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How to be Scientifically Literate

When you'll study it
Whole Academic Year
CATS points
30
ECTS points
15
Level
Level 4
Module lead
Kerri Dobson
Academic year
2025-26

Module overview

Scientific literacy refers to the ability of individuals to understand, evaluate, and engage with scientific information and concepts in a meaningful way. It involves not only knowing scientific facts but also understanding the processes of scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and the nature of evidence in Ocean and Earth Science.