British Science Association Media Fellowships
The British Science Association Media Fellowships provide a unique opportunity for practicing scientists, clinicians and engineers to spend two to six weeks working at the heart of a media outlet such as the Guardian, BBC Breakfast or the Londonist.
Every year up to ten Media Fellows are mentored by professional journalists and learn how the media operates and reports on science, how to communicate with the media and to engage the wider public with science through the media.
After their media placement Fellows attend the British Science Festival in September, which provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience working alongside a range of media organizations from all over the UK in our dedicated Press Centre. The Festival also offers opportunities to learn from a wide range of public engagement activities and network with academics, journalists and science communicators.
Application Timeline:
- February 2018: Call for applications – please note that there may be restrictions for Society-funded Fellowships in 2018
- March/April: Applications close
- April/May: all applicants are notified about the outcome of their application
2-6 weeks
Stipended
To be eligible to apply for the Media Fellowships scheme you have to fulfil the following criteria:
- are a practising scientist, social scientist, clinician or engineer and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in your field following your highest degree. PhD students are eligible although we don’t recommend it due to the heavy workload
- are employed, and based, part or full time in the UK
- work at any level in an academic or research institution, industry, civil service or any other similar organisation
- have your employer’s/funder’s consent to be released on full pay for the period of the Fellowships. Annual leave may be used for part of the placement.
- agree to all the terms and conditions of the fellowship, including mandatory attendance to the training / leadership days and the financial support provided
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Contact
For more information on becoming a supporter of the Media Fellows scheme please contact the Development Team.