Graduate Certificate in Science Communication

Translate technical material into meaningful stories. Climate change, emerging diseases, dramatic discoveries in medicine, rapidly evolving technologies, and other science and public policy challenges underscore the growing importance of science communication. In this program, you'll learn to evaluate sources and apply strategies, technologies, and ethical considerations for communicating scientific information. These skills will give you the foundation to effectively conceptualize, research, write, and edit professional-quality products for various audiences.

Admission requirements For those applying fall 2026 and beyond individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required: Essay/Letter of Intent/Personal Statement, Recommendation(s)/Reference(s), Resume or Curriculum Vitae. See the application for details.Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale to be considered for regular admission. Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University. Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation.