Graduate Certificate in Research Methods (GCResMeth)
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
5467
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Field of Business:Bachelor's degree in an approved field with a GPA of at least 5.75 on a 7 point scale OR approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Field of Social Science:Bachelor's degree or approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 12650
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
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 8101 OR Social Science: 07 3365 3236
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5467
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Field of Business:Bachelor's degree in an approved field with a GPA of at least 5.75 on a 7 point scale OR approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Field of Social Science:Bachelor's degree or approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
CRICOS Code: 066278B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 15400
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.
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.
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 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
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
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.
Research Methods
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Field of Business:Bachelor's degree in an approved field with a GPA of at least 5.75 on a 7 point scale OR approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Field of Social Science:Bachelor's degree or approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
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.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
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
Field of Business:Bachelor's degree in an approved field with a GPA of at least 5.75 on a 7 point scale OR approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Field of Social Science:Bachelor's degree or approved qualifications based on academic record and work experience.
Additional application requirements
Indicative fees for Social Science field: International: $10,600, Domestic: $7,225
Social Science field: PhD candidates must seek and obtain the written permission of the Dean, UQ Graduate School to enrol in the PhD and Graduate Certificate programs at the same time. Please follow the instructions set out on the Graduate School website.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 066278B
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 12650
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$ 15400
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 Research Methods
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods, 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 one field in the GCResMeth List. Refer to the GCResMeth rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods.
