Graduate Certificate in Social Science
Edith Cowan University
About
This course prepares students for research in higher degrees, and enables them to enter the Masters awards well-prepared.
Candidates are accepted in the fields of Children and Family Studies, Community Studies, Counselling, Counselling and Psychotherapy, Disability Studies, Gerontology, Human Services, Social Work, Women's Studies, and Youth Work.
Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| RES5115 ^ | Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches | 20 |
OR
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSV5103 ^ | Special Study 1 in Community Services | 20 |
AND
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSV5104 | Special Study 2 in Community Services | 20 |
| CSV5105 | Research in Community Services | 20 |
^ Core Option
Entry requirements
Admission requirement (Band 6)
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English Language requirement (Band 4)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.
Institution
