MS in Life Sciences Communication

The Department of Life Sciences Communication (LSC) at UW-Madison is a research leader in science communication with faculty and alumni who are among the most prolific and highly cited fields. LSC offers two master’s degree options, including a thesis-based track and a professional course-based track. LSC's degree prepares students for professional and academic careers related to communicating health issues, the environment, agriculture, and the biological sciences in an era of rapid technological change and media convergence.

When you arrive on campus, you’ll be welcomed into a vibrant community of scholars from all over the globe. For students interested in topics ranging from agriculture and natural sciences all the way to biochemistry and science communication, we hope you consider The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is an engine of scientific discovery, with researchers working across the spectrum of agricultural and life sciences.

Academically, the college offers research-based, hands-on teaching of undergraduates; world-class graduate programs rich in research and project assistantships; and short courses, workshops, and other programs. Our outreach activities bring the college's work to Wisconsin businesses, organizations, and communities throughout the state.