Graduate Certificate in Research

Duration	0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location	Adelaide and
Next start term	Term 1, 2025
Study mode	On Campus, Online
Course code	CL58
CRICOS	097842M
First-year fee	A$12,288 (Indicative)

Overview

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Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Research (GCR) will provide you the opportunity to acquire advanced research skills which can be applied in a range of disciplinary contexts. This course is aimed at professionals in a range of industry, government and community settings, and the course content is able to be tailored to suit your current employment context and/or areas of research interest.

If you are wishing to study a masters by research or doctorate but do not meet the admissions requirements of an AQF Level 9 or 10 degree then the Graduate Certificate in Research will be of interest. It provides an entry pathway to research higher degrees. If you achieve a grade point average (GPA) of 6 it will satisfy admissions requirements for progress into a masters by research. Entry into a doctorate will be dependent upon achieving the GPA requirement and satisfying qualifications and experience requirements.

The Graduate Certificate in Research (GCR) will provide you with the opportunity to acquire advanced research skills, which can be applied in a range of disciplinary contexts. This highly flexible course is aimed at professionals in a range of industry, government and community settings, and the course content is tailored to suit your current employment context and/or areas of research interest. It is suitable for those looking for a pathway into research or for those that require research skills to further their career.

During your study, you will compile a series of research portfolio activities during a minimum period of six-months full-time, or the equivalent part-time.

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This course has been an unforgettable experience and has prepared me for my PhD. I met new friends from many countries and we shared our ideas together. I also met teachers who guided and supported me – they are all dedicated people.
Febria Artika
CQUEnglish, Graduate Certificate of Research, Doctor of Philosophy I Indonesia
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I chose a PhD in linguistics because I want to be an expert in the area, especially in academic writing. My supervisors are open to new ideas, adaptable to new situations and providing clear guidance on projects and clarifying misunderstandings.
Sojuangon Rambe
English for Academic Purposes 3, Graduate Certificate of Research, PhD I Indonesia
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I am undertaking a PhD in law where I am developing knowledge on topics I am passionate about, and there are opportunities to meet interesting people from various research fields. It is a privilege to be a student at CQU.
Beata Bronowicka
English for Academic Purposes, Graduate Certificate in Research, PhD I Poland

Career Opportunities

Graduates will have advanced theoretical and specialist knowledge in the principles and methods that exist within research. This will equip graduates with the research training and skills for further learning within a research higher degree, or for application of foundation research skills within workplace contexts. Graduates will obtain sufficient knowledge to independently conduct research in a specific discipline.

Structure & Availability

Course Structure

COURSE STRUCTURE

The Graduate Certificate in Research consists of a single unit that is flexible, and can be taken in either full-time or part-time mode. This means the structure of the course relies on study time and overall progress towards portfolio activities, rather than credit point accrual. The single unit includes a range of compulsory and elective topics for you to study. These include:

Compulsory Topics

Governance and policy

Research code of conduct and legal requirements
Research frameworks
Human and Animal Research Ethics A

Elective modules

Research design and preparation

Project management

Literature review
Experimental design and statistics
Human and Animal Research Ethics
Methods in research
Research data literacy
Quantitative research design
Qualitative research design

Project implementation

Research project proposal
Research project execution
Creative practice research project

Communicating Research

Writing in research
Research engagement skills
Journal paper

UNIT INFORMATION

For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION

If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Available Locations, Study Modes and Intakes

On-Campus Availability

Intake	Locations
Term 1, 2024	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Term 2, 2024	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Term 3, 2024	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Term 1, 2025	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Term 2, 2025	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Term 3, 2025	Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville

Online Availability

Intake	Locations
Term 1, 2024	Available Online
Term 2, 2024	Available Online
Term 3, 2024	Available Online

Majors and Minors

MAJORS	UNITS	DESCRIPTION
Core Learning Outcomes	1	This research qualification is time-based. This means the courses structure relies on study time and overall progress towards portfolio activities, rather than credit point accrual. For all candidates, the core requirements are: A minimum enrolment of 0.5 EFTSL (six months full time, or the part-time equivalent) in the core unit, RSXXYYYYY Research Portfolio. Students must complete EITHER the Research Portfolio Part Time Unit OR the Research Portfolio Full Time Unit. This unit must be repeatedly taken until the candidate has met the minimum ETFSL period.

Residential Schools

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

During your study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.

Fees & Scholarships

Course fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

Scholarships

A scholarship can help with the costs involved with living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel, and more.

You may be eligible for up to 25% international scholarship funded by the University.

We also offer other scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for the one that's right for you.

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Additional costs

In addition to your international course tuition fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses.

This will include costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), general living, etc.

Information about cost of living in Australia

Overseas Student Health Cover

How to apply

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