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Graduate Certificate of Research Methods

Charles Darwin University (CDU)Darwin, Australia

Fee for international students

A$18,837 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
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Duration
26 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Certificate
Duration
26 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
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Credits
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Intakes
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About this programme

This course will develop your research skills for application in the workplace or serve as a starting point for more advanced research training. The Graduate Certificate of Research provides an initiation into independent research. Graduates gain a robust understanding of research and fundamental knowledge, empowering them to carry out and proficiently present their research across a chosen field of interest. Equipped with the requisite theoretical and methodological knowledge, students will learn to conduct ethical, creative and/or practical research in a range of contexts. Graduates will be eligible to apply for admission to a Master's by Research program, subject to meeting academic performance requirements and the availability of suitable research supervision. Additionally, admission to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) will be determined based on your Grade Point Average (GPA), relevant research experience, and the availability of appropriate supervision.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites
Applicants must have successfully completed one of the following (or an equivalent international qualification):; A recognized four-year honours degree.; A three-year bachelor degree and either:; One year (full-time equivalent) of professional or research experience in a field relevant to your area of research.; One year (full-time equivalent) of professional or research experience in a field relevant to your area of research.; Or A Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Master's degree.; Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements may be considered for admission if they have at least four years (full-time equivalent) of employment experience. Employment should be in a field relevant to your area of proposed research.; Applicants applying through this pathway are required to submit the following with their SATAC application.; :A current CV AND.; A Statement of Purpose outlining how the course aligns with their career goals and research interests and.; A letter from their employer, on official company letterhead, confirming their job title, a summary of duties, and dates of employment. Employment must be in a field relevant to the proposed area of research.; All applicants must contact the Faculty of Arts and Society at fas@cdu. edu. au before submitting an application to discuss potential research areas.; Admission is subject to alignment between the proposed research area and the applicant's background and experience.
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.