Course

Graduate Certificate in Research

Federation University, Melbourne · Victoria

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Start dates

Semester 1, 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027
Semester 2, 2027, 2027 Starts 26 July 2027

English language requirements

IELTS Academic — 6.5 overall (no band below 6)
Overall IELTS band score of 6.5, with no band less 6.00

Academic entry requirements

Successful completion of Australian Master’s by Coursework in any field; or overseas equivalent, at a distinction level or extensive work experience in a related industry with an undergraduate degree, to be assessed on a case by case basis. International students must have completed IELTS English language assessment with an overall band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent, plus the equivalent academic admission requirements described for domestic students. Students who have completed a Bachelor degree, and also worked in industry for at least 5 years, may also be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate of Research. Prospective students with significant industry experiences should contact the Program Coordinator to discuss their eligibility for this degree. Eligibility for entry into a higher degree by research: The main purpose of the Graduate Certificate in Research is to be a pathway into higher degrees by research. For a student to become eligible for entry to either a Master’s by research, or PhD, they must have achieved the following minimum grades: For entry to Master's by research: whole of program course grade average = 70% (H2B equivalent), with at least 70% in the core project component. For entry to Doctor of Philosophy: whole of program course grade average = 75% (H2A equivalent), with at least 70% in the core project component.

About this course

The Graduate Certificate in Research provides the opportunity for you to begin your path to commencing a Higher Degree by Research (Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy). This specialist program is designed for students who hold existing qualifications, across a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds. You will develop skills and experience, incorporating a project that allows you to pursue an area of interest in depth, whilst practising investigative skills that are crucial in research. Elective courses in the Graduate Certificate in Research will strengthen your skills in finding the latest published works within your interest area, assimilating and analysing this information, and developing quantitative and qualitative methodologies appropriate to your research project and discipline area. As a successful graduate of this program, you will be able to demonstrate a range of skills, including critical analysis and evaluation, application of relevant research methodologies, creating practical works of art, writing, design or performance, and how to communicate proficiently as a research professional to a variety of audiences.

Graduate Certificate in Research is a graduate certificate course at Federation University, Melbourne in Victoria. It is listed as 0.5 years of study. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2027, 2027, Semester 2, 2027, 2027. The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).

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