Graduate Certificate in Research Methods (GCResMeth)
Information valid for students commencing 2015
The Graduate Certificate in Research Methods is no longer available.
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5467
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Field of Business: a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a GPA of 5.75; or
Field of Social Science: an approved degree.
Additional application information
Indicative fees for Social Science field: International: $10,600, Domestic: $7,225
Social Science field: PhD candidates must seek and obtain the written permission of the Dean, UQ Graduate School to enrol in the PhD and Graduate Certificate programs at the same time. Please follow the instructions set out on the Graduate School website.
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 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.
Enquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School OR School of Social Science
Email: Business: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au OR Social Science: socialscience@uq.edu.au
Phone: Business: 07 3346 8100 OR Social Science: 07 3365 3236
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5467
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Field of Business: a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a GPA of 5.75; or
Field of Social Science: an approved degree.
CRICOS Code: 066278B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International 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 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods?
This program provides research training for students intending to further their studies in an MPhil or PhD program in the field of business or social science.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Research Methods
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Field of Business: a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a GPA of 5.75; or
Field of Social Science: an approved degree.
Additional application information
Indicative fees for Social Science field: International: $10,600, Domestic: $7,225
Social Science field: PhD candidates must seek and obtain the written permission of the Dean, UQ Graduate School to enrol in the PhD and Graduate Certificate programs at the same time. Please follow the instructions set out on the Graduate School website.
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 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.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Field of Business: a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a GPA of 5.75; or
Field of Social Science: an approved degree.
Additional application requirements
Indicative fees for Social Science field: International: $10,600, Domestic: $7,225
Social Science field: PhD candidates must seek and obtain the written permission of the Dean, UQ Graduate School to enrol in the PhD and Graduate Certificate programs at the same time. Please follow the instructions set out on the Graduate School website.
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 residency status.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 066278B
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
What it costs
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.
Fees for International 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.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 from one field in the GCResMeth List. Refer to the GCResMeth rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
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