Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation (GCResComm)
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5417
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent with a GPA of at least 4.00 on a 7 point scale; OR post-secondary study and at least five years full-time work experience as approved by the Executive Dean; OR seven years full-time work experience as approved by the Executive Dean.
Additional application information
Semester 2 entry is available for part time domestic students only. The majority of courses are offered late afternoon/early evening, with some courses being offered in intensive mode.
The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application.
- Official transcripts of previous studies.
- Evidence of work experience in the form of a CV. Please ensure that your CV includes your full work history, and outlines the major activities you undertake on a daily basis (if you are applying obo work experience).
- Evidence of residency status.
- Permanent residents will be required to sit an IELTS test if their prior studies were taught in an institution where English was not the language of instruction.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: info@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8100
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation?
The ability to turn research into tangible products and services is essential for organisations at the forefront of innovation. The Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation helps businesses to harness the power of technology and innovation to improve their productivity and global competitiveness.
The program is ideal for anyone aspiring to a career in product development, new technology or innovation management, whether in the public or private sectors. It is open to both graduates and those without a degree, providing they have relevant work experience.
You will gain an understanding of the commercialisation process and develop the skills to manage research and new product and service development.
