Frequently Asked Questions
As a first point of reference, you may find the following information useful.
1. When is the Science Communication Conference in 2010?
2. Where is the Science Communication Conference being held?
3. When will bookings open for the conference in 2010?
4. How much does registration for the conference cost?
5. How can I pay for the conference?
6. Can I get a receipt for my delegate fee?
7. What is the cancellation policy for delegates?
8. Are there any concessions on delegate fees?
9. Am I eligible to pay the concessionary rate?
10. Can I attend only one day of the conference?
11. Are bursaries available for the Science Communication Conference?
12. Is the British Science Association able to arrange concessionary rates for accommodation?
1. When is the Science Communication Conference in 2010?
The Science Communication Conference is taking place on Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 May 2010.
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2. Where is the Science Communication Conference being held?
In 2010 the Science Communication Conference is being held at Kings Place, London.
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3. When will bookings open for the conference in 2010?
Online booking for the 2010 Science Communication Conference are now open.
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4. How much does registration for the conference cost?
| Delegate fees for 2010 | 1 day | 2 day |
| Early-bird standard booking on or before 19 March |
£115 | £230 |
| Early-bird concessionary booking on or before 19 March |
£80 | £160 |
| Standard booking from 19 March | £130 | £260 |
| Concessionary booking from 19 March |
£90 | £180 |
All delegate fees are zero-rated for VAT (this means no VAT will be added to the fee stated above).
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5. How can I pay for the conference?
Payments by credit/debit card go through a secure online payment system (WorldPay). We are able to send an invoice if payment cannot be made by credit/debit card.
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6. Can I get a receipt for my delegate fee?
Yes, please email the Science in Society Team.
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7. What is the cancellation policy for delegates?
If you pay by credit/debit card. your place can be cancelled with full refund any time up to 4 May. If you request an invoice, your place can be cancelled within 21 days of the date of booking, up to, but not after, 4 May.
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8. Are there any concessions on delegate fees?
We offer concessions on delegate fees for professional artists, students and those unemployed.
We hope to offer a bursary scheme to support delegates from particular groups, which will cover delegate fee, traval and accommodation.
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9. Am I eligible to pay the concessionary rate?
The concessionary rate was available to the following groups:
- students
- professional artists
- people who are unemployed
Proof of status was requested from these individuals on booking.
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10. Can I attend only one day of the conference?
Yes, it is possible to book for individual days at the conference using the online booking form.
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11. Are bursaries available for the Science Communication Conference?
We hope to run a bursary scheme to support delegates from particular groups however this is subject to funding.
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12. Is the British Science Association able to arrange concessionary rates for accommodation?
Unfortunately, we are not able to obtain low-rate accommodation for conference delegates.
Hotels within walking distance of Kings Place include Premier Inn, Novotel and Megaro.
If you have any further questions, please email us.
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