Science in Society

Acquire critical skills and understanding in communication, innovation and engagement so you can contribute meaningfully to addressing societal issues.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, we learned the important role that science plays in informing decision making, crafting government action and shaping community behaviour.

New Zealand led the world in providing consistent key messaging about how to stay safe and beat the virus. This is an example of science in society.

This module helps you to understand how multiple disciplines contribute to complex problem solving, and the vital role that communication plays in disseminating these understandings to disparate audiences.

The courses you can take

A module contributes 45 points to the overall structure of your undergraduate Science programme.

Explore the Science in Society module in the Curriculum Catalogue to find courses in this module.