The British Science Association Media Fellowships help bridge the communication gap between journalists and scientists.

Running science 1987, upto 10 Media Fellowships are awarded each year to scientists, social scientists, clinicians and engineers from different backgrounds and stages of their career.

Media Fellows spend 3-8 weeks working with a national press, broadcast or internet journalist to gain a greater awareness and understanding of the workings of the media and produce accurate and well-informed news pieces and work in the Press Centre at the British Science Festival.

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Why work with the Media?
Learn more about the relationship between science and the Media and how you can be part of it

Am I eligible to apply for a Media Fellowship?
Read the eligibility criteria

How much time do I have to commit to?
View the online 2012 schedule

When do I apply?
Application for the 2012 scheme is open from 16 January - 11 March  

How do I apply?
Application is online.

How are Fellows selected?
See details of the selection process

Who hosts the placements?
Information about media hosts

What impact does the scheme have?
Read about the impacts

What's the scheme really like?
Read reports, summaries and diaries by past Fellows

Who has been awarded a Media Fellowship in the past?
Media Fellowship Alumni

Why do I need a letter from my employer accompanying my application?
Media Fellows are expected to be released on full pay for the duration of their Fellowship. If you would like to provide your employer with some background information about the scheme, please print or email them a copy of the attached Letter to employer (pdf 148KB)

I haven't been selected for a Media Fellowship this year, what can I do?
Have a look at our list of similar schemes or apply again next year. For practical ideas on how to get media experience, have a look at Why work with media? and What next?. You can also get involved in public engagement projects on our Researchers page or Sign up to receive our Scientist in Society e-lerts letting you know about other opportunities.

Any more questions?
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions

If anything is still unclear contact Amy Lothian at events@britishscienceassociation.org or call 020 7019 4938.