Risk Communication

Aim

This course covers a broad overview of different aspects of risk communication including theoretical aspects, factors determining risk perception and perception differences between different groups, role of the media, practical exercises.

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Location & Organization

Organizer

PET - Post graduate Education in Toxicology

Co-organizers

Science Shop Biology (Utrecht University), IRAS and Chemistry Shop (University of Groningen)

Course Director

Dr M. Lumens

Location / venue

Utrecht

Costs

see web site: www.toxcourses.nl

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Timing & Workload

Duration One week
ECTS points 1,5
Frequency Once every two years
 

Teaching methods used

Lectures and assignments.

Examination yes

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Criteria

Is the course taught in English? yes
Is documentation available? (book, syllabus)? yes
Is the course open for external researchers? yes

Remarks

course runs again in october 2010, please check exact dates in due time on www.toxcourses.nl

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More Information

http://www.toxcourses.nl/documenten/Risk%20Communication.htm