Writing and editing are foundational to science communication, transforming complex data into accessible, credible, and impactful knowledge. Writing forces researchers to structure thoughts, ensuring discoveries are accurately recorded and shared for posterity and replication. Editing is equally crucial, as it enhances clarity, eliminates ambiguity, and removes jargon, tailoring technical information for diverse audiences. Together, they bridge the gap between researchers and the public, policymakers, or peers, increasing the likelihood of funding and research adoption. Ultimately, well-edited, clear writing builds trust, boosts credibility, and accelerates scientific progress by ensuring research is easily understood and utilized.

Below is a list of the qualifications that we offer in Writing and Editing

• Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication (Electives on Writing and Editing) (coming soon)

• Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Electives on Writing and Editing) (coming soon)

• Diploma of Screen and Media (Electives on Writing and Editing) (coming soon)

Insight CEO, Dr Mark Griffin, has over 30 years of experience in science writing (including for his PhD thesis), and supervises a number of student interns each trimester that he helps with the reports they write on their internship projects.

Insight is based within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct. Our staff are members of Australian Science Communicators and the Australian Academy of Cinema Television Arts (AACTA). Insight is a member of Experience Gold Coast.