Graduate Certificate in Health Research
The University of Canberra
About
If you’re an experienced health professional or health policy advisor considering further study into health research;
or unable to commit to full-time study - then the Graduate Certificate in Health Research offers the freedom and flexibility to explore multiple areas in Health Research on a full time or part-time basis.This course covers epidemiology, research planning, how to perform statistical analyses and to understand the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the research process.As part of this course, you’ll also learn industry methodologies as well as using ethical and economic considerations for research and acquire crucial technical writing skills.This course also offers a direct pathway for those looking at gaining a Ph.D.
in Health.WIL is a significant component of the UC learning experience;
however, this course differs as it offers working students the unique opportunity to use health-related issues from their current work environment, as potential study and research subjects from which to gain valuable knowledge and insights.A Graduate Certificate in Health Research can lead to a range of career and research opportunities in health or health-related fields such as:Completion of this course also offers a pathway into a Ph.D.
in Health, through further study.
Structure
- Or other units as approved by the Course Convener
- 6486 - Research Planning PG - 3 cp, Level P 9583 - Qualitative Research Practice in Health PG - 3 cp, Level P 9585 - Quantitative Research Practice in Health PG - 3 cp, Level P 9594 - Epidemiology and Principles of Research PG - 3 cp, Level P
Entry requirements
Admission Requirements
A completed bachelor degree in a health discipline* or a minimum of five years work experience in the health sector* Health disciplines include public health, health studies, exercise physiology, exercise science, exercise and sports science, medical science, biomedical science, health science, human movement, physiotherapy, physical therapy, applied science, human biology, medicine, rehabilitation science, human nutrition, occupational therapy, speech pathology, optometry, nursing, midwifery.Admission to this course is competitive. Applications will be assessed on the basis of academic merit and the number of available places.
Periods Course is Open to New Admissions
| Year | Location | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2 | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| UC - Canberra, Online | Winter Term This admission period only allows part-time study intake for the first period, where you will only do one or two units." data-original-title="" title="">Semester 2 This admission period only allows part-time study intake for the first period, where you will only do one or two units." data-original-title="" title=""> | ||
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2 | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2 | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Winter Term Semester 2 | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Notes for Domestic Applicants
The 2020 online offering of this course is limited to Commonwealth Supported Students (CSP) therefore the usual fee does not apply. See the Department of Education, Skills and Training's Frequently Asked Questions (Short online courses section) for more information: https://www.dese.gov.au/covid-19/higher-education/higher-education-faq
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