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Media Fellowships
Media Fellows at the 2009 British Science Festival dinner
The British Science Association Media Fellowships are intended to create a greater awareness and understanding of the workings of the media among practising scientists, social scientists, clinicians and engineers.

The Fellowships provide placements working with a national press, broadcast or internet journalist. During placements of between 3 and 8 weeks Fellows learn to work within the conditions and constraints of the media to produce accurate and well informed pieces about developments in science.


Application for 2010 is now closed

Sign up for e-lerts about the 2011 scheme

or look at our opportunities for researchers page

 


The scheme's impact extends beyond the summer placement. After their placements Fellows are better equipped to communicate their research and expertise to the public and their colleagues. Some go on to do freelancing as an add-on to their normal jobs, others incorporate science communication activities into their academic or professional work in science and engineering.

The Media Fellowships have been running since 1987 and reflect the British Science Association's commitment to work with the media to build understanding between science and society.

Am I eligible to apply?
Read the eligibility criteria

How much time do I have to commit to?

View the online schedule or the pdf 2010 Schedule (102KB)

When do I apply?
Application for the 2010 scheme is open between 4 January and 2 March 2010.

How do I apply?
Application is online.

How are Fellows selected?
See details of the selection process

Why work with the Media?
Learn more about the relationship between science and the Media

What impact does the scheme have?
Read about the impacts

What's the scheme really like?

Read reports and summaries by past Fellows

Who were awarded placements in 2009?
The 2009 Media Fellows (pdf 207KB) and what they did

Who hosts the placements?
Information about media hosts


Any more questions?
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions

If anything is still unclear contact Amy Lothian via email or call 020 7019 4938.

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