Study a Graduate Certificate of Research Methods [Tropical Environments and Societies] at JCU - JCU Australia

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Develop the skills to excel in research with the Graduate Certificate of Research Methods [Tropical Environments and Societies] at JCU.

Skills to succeed

Research and technology skills

Think sustainably

Ethical theory and practice

Unique contribution

Specialise your skills

Online: February, July
Townsville: February, July
Cairns: February, July

$3,655.00⁺

$15,085.00^{^}

⁺estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee

^{^}estimated annual tuition fee

Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible

6 months full-time

or part-time equivalent

AQF level 8 qualification with a 5.0 GPA and grade of 65% or better in one advanced research methods subject; or equivalent.

114611

What to expect

Prepare yourself to further your studies in an MPhil or PhD program.

Learn how to create a research proposal and conduct a literature review to a professional standard. You will have the opportunity to propose your own independent research project including a rationale, methods, and ethics applications.

Benefit from the guidance of leading research advisors. Eligible graduates may apply to MPhil or PhD programs in the field of tropical environments and societies, and are prepared to pursue a successful research career or apply their research skills to their professional context.

Consult the handbook for more information.

Career Opportunities

JCU Graduate Certificate of Research Methods [Tropical Environments and Societies] graduates are prepared to succeed in a higher degree by research.

Graduates pursue MPhil or PhD programs in the field of Tropical Environments and Societies and go on to lead successful research careers, contributing valuable new knowledge to their fields.

Handbook

Graduate Certificate of Research Methods [Tropical Environments and Societies]

Handbook year	2022
Course code	114611
Course type	Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8)
Owner	Division of Tropical Environments and Societies
College	Arts, Society and Education Business, Law and Governance Science and Engineering

Award Requirements

Admission Requirements

Course pre-requisites	Completion of at least an AQF level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline with a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (credit average) in the final year AND a grade of credit (65%) or better in a minimum of one advanced research methods or analysis subject; or other qualifications recognised by the University as equivalent.
Minimum English language proficiency requirements	Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 2 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.
Additional selection requirements	Quota restrictions on the number of places available may apply from time to time as determined by the College.

Academic Requirements for Course Completion

Credit points

12 credit points as per course structure.

Course learning outcomes

On successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Research Methods, graduates will be able to:

Identify, investigate, analyse and synthesise a research problem applying appropriate methodological concepts and theories in a small-scale research project
Apply knowledge and understanding of research ethics in the preparation of a successful ethics application for a research project
Design, plan, conduct and complete a substantial research-based thesis with creativity and initiative and a high level of autonomy and accountability
Analyse and interpret results from a research project, and critically evaluate and synthesise results in the context of contemporary research literature and / or demonstrate advanced knowledge of recent developments, discourses and debates in a relevant discipline area and/or related areas of professional practice
Demonstrate a high standard of ethical conduct in research, exercising autonomy, responsibility, accountability, and well-developed independent judgement
Communicate specialised knowledge, ideas and arguments accurately, coherently and creatively to a variety of audiences through written manuscripts and oral presentations.

Course Structure

CORE SUBJECTS

RM8101:06 Research Planning in Tropical Environments and Societies

RM8102:06 Research Project in Tropical Environments and Societies

Location

COURSE AVAILABLE AT	NOTES
JCU Cairns
JCU Townsville
JCU Singapore
External

Candidature

Expected time to complete	6 months full-time or equivalent part-time
Maximum time to complete	2 years
Maximum leave of absence	1 year

Progression

Course progression requisites	Nil
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s)	Not applicable
Special assessment requirements	Nil
Professional accreditation requirements	Nil
Maximum allowed Pass Conceded (PC) grade	Not applicable
Supplementary exam for final subject	Nil

Credit

Eligibility	Applicants who have achieved either a Conceded Pass or Pass in both RD7001 and RD7002 or a Conceded Pass or Pass in both RM7001 and RM7002 may be eligible to apply for credit for this degree, in accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure.
Maximum allowed	6 credit points
Currency	Credit will be granted only for studies completed in the four (4) years prior to the commencement of this course.
Expiry	Credit gained for any subject shall be cancelled six (6) years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if, by then, the student has not completed the course of study prescribed for the degree.
Other restrictions	Not applicable

Award Details

Award title	GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF RESEARCH METHODS
Approved abbreviation	GCertResMeth
Inclusion of majors on testamur	Not applicable - this course does not have majors
Exit with lesser award	Not applicable
Course articulation	Students seeking admission to a research higher degree should consult the University’s HDR Degree by Research Requirements. Students seeking admission to a Masters by Research must have obtained at least a GPA 5.0 (Credit) for the Graduate Certificate of Research Methods. To be eligible to apply for direct admission to a PhD, students must have obtained at least a GPA 6.0 (Distinction) for the Graduate Certificate of Research Methods, and have successfully completed an appropriate research methods subject at AQF 8 or higher.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $AUD3,655.00

Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD15,085.00

A Student Services and Amenities fee is payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year.

A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types.

Pathways to JCU

Consult the admission requirements section in the Handbook for prerequisites and pathways into this course.

How to apply

Complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.

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