Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution (GCMedConfRes)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5454
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
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Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
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.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Email: sbs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7487
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5454
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
CRICOS Code: 062633J
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
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.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution?
The Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution will provide you with the knowledge and practical skills to negotiate, mediate, manage and resolve issues and support decision making in a wide range of professional settings. The program draws on current practices to deal with conflicts ranging from small individual disputes to large scale, international, and multi-party conflicts.
The program offers detailed studies in deep seated conflict and cross cultural conflict resolution. Students can use the program to complete the training requirements for national accreditation as mediators or to articulate into the suites of masters programs in international studies offered by the school.
The multidisciplinary nature of conflict resolution is reflected in this program, which will appeal to those with diverse backgrounds and cultures. Students come from disciplines including political science and international studies, law, medicine, business, social science, education and the arts.
What you can study
The program includes core courses on mediation and negotiation and a wide variety of electives. The mediation course complies with the new Australian Mediator Accreditation Standards and after completing this course, students will be eligible to be assessed so that they can be accredited. Students can tailor their programs to suit their individual needs, and may choose to focus on communication skills, international conflict resolution, business and workplace dispute management or family dispute resolution. Placement opportunities are also available.
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
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.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent and curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 062633J
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
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.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10400
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #8 from the GCMedConfRes list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.
