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GCRM Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology

The Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology equips students to apply sophisticated research skills to complex issues such as the development of a research proposal, gathering of and conceptual processing of research material, and the presentation of a research artefact, such as a dissertation.

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  • DurationOne semester full-time or up to two years part-time.
  • Structure3 standard postgraduate units
  • Fees$3,172 per unit
  • Admission CriteriaSuccessful completion of an undergraduate degree, or an approved equivalent.
  • Admission DatesAdmissions for first semester 2024 close on Friday 16 February 2024. Admissions for second semester 2024 close on Friday 19 July 2024.

The Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology is an AQF Level 8 Award. It is
- fully accredited through the University of Divinity
- qualifies for Austudy and FEE-HELP assistance 
- available online

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Course outcomes

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology
- have a working knowledge of terms, assumptions and approaches to research that are current in selected theological disciplines;
- have familiarity with research methods, protocols, practices and ethics;
- apply focussed research methods towards complex research issues;
- apply writing and communication skills to the presentation of research results.

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Graduate Certificate of Research Methodology summary information (opens to the external University of Divinity site)

Application for the Graduate Certificate of Research Methodology is made to the Registrar. The Registrar can be contacted via +61 3 9847 5400 and by email via enquiries@ebc.edu.au

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Graduates who meet the other requirements for higher degrees by research may be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy.

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