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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.

Develop the necessary skills to become a successful university student. Begin your dream career with a recognised qualification and pathway to your preferred bachelor degree.The JCU Diploma of Higher Education is a pathway into university if you don’t have the academic entry requirements for your preferred undergraduate course. It also provides an example of what university study will be like prior to enrolling in a full degree.Some subjects completed as part of this diploma may be eligible for credit towards a subsequent JCU undergraduate degree.

A working knowledge of diabetes, prevention and management of the disease is becoming increasingly important for health professionals in Australia and around the world, such is the prevalence of the disease.Graduates can work in a variety of government, private health, hospital and community settings, offering client-centred and evidenced-based clinical care and self-management education programs. Expand your expertise or open the door to new careers in diabetes management and prevention.This course will enhance professional development and independent practice but cannot lead to recognition as a credentialed diabetes educator.

JCU Diabetes Education graduates have specialised skills and are employed in a variety of rural, remote, and urban health settings.Graduates pursue careers in private and public hospitals, rural and remote health clinics, education settings, and public health.You could find employment as a diabetes educator.This course is a pathway to gain accreditation as a diabetes educator with the Australian Diabetes Educators Association (ADEA) Foundation.

JCU Business Administration graduates are diversely skilled and are employed in a wide range of industries.Graduates pursue careers in economics, finance, human resource management, marketing, accounting, business law, and information technology.You could work as a human resource manager, public relations specialist, financial officer, or market research analyst. This course is a pathway to study the Master of Business Administration.

Graduates from JCU’s Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education (HPE) have specialised skills and are employed as educators in a variety of clinical and healthcare settings.HPE is applicable to a range of healthcare settings. Graduates pursue careers in private and public hospitals, tertiary, rural and remote health services, and in community settings and clinics.Graduates find work as educators in medicine, nursing, dentistry and all allied health professions. You could find employment as a clinical educator, supervisor or preceptor for health students.On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education you may choose to go on to study the Graduate Diploma of Health Professional Education or Master of Health Professional Education.

JCU Career Development graduates are widely-skilled and are sought after in a range of education and health settings.Graduates pursue careers in various areas including education, human resources, private practice, hospitals, and community centres.You could find employment as a career advisor, career development practitioner, school guidance counsellor, or teacher.You could also go on to study the Master of Guidance and Counselling.Graduates will be eligible for professional membership with Careers Industry Council of Australia (CICA) Member Associations.

JCU Graduate Certificate of Public Health graduates are equipped with advanced skills and are employed in a wide range of healthcare settings.You could find employment in state and commonwealth government organisations, health care settings, community settings, non-profit and International organisations both within and beyond the health sector.Roles can involve work that focuses on the protection of the health of the population, prevention of poor health outcomes and promotion of health and wellbeing.Alternatively, go on to complete the Graduate Diploma of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Graduate Diploma of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, Master of Public Health or Master of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

Table of contents1. Introduction2. Admission Requirements3. Course Aims4. Learning Outcomes5. Program of study6. Progression7. Thesis8. AssessmentThese rules apply to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) (PhD (Clin Psych)).1. Introduction1.1 The Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) is a higher degree by research doctoral degree comprising:i. 39 units of advanced coursework and practicum topics (one-third of the course), andii. a time-based, supervised research project culminating in a thesis (two-thirds of the course).1.2 The course:i. equips its graduates to register with the Psychology Board of Australia and practice as a psychologist; subsequent to further supervision, graduates are eligible for endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist (conferred by the Psychology Board of Australia), andii. enable its students to make a significant, original contribution to knowledge in the field of clinical psychology.2. Admission Requirements2.1 An applicant must:i. have an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council-accredited Bachelors degree in the field of psychology with Honours class 1 or upper 2A from an Australian university, or the international equivalent qualification as assessed by the Psychology Board of Australiaii. meet the English language requirements specified by the University, andiii. satisfy the University that they are reasonably likely to be able to successfully complete the requirements of the award within the maximum duration.2.2 To enable the University to assess whether applicants meet the admission criteria listed above, applicants must submit an application in the specified format, which includes names of referees.2.3 Following review of the application and additional admission requirements, applicants will be short-listed and selection for admission based on:i. an interview in which clinically-relevant skills and experience, as well as ability to pursue doctoral level research, are assessed, andii. referee reports.2.4 Exceptions to 2.1 can be approved in accordance with the Higher Degrees by Research Policy.3. Course Aims3.1 The Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) is designed to provide students with the opportunity to pursue doctoral level research in specialised areas of clinical psychology and to complete coursework topics and field placements to meet eligibility for general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.The overall aim is to produce scientist-practitioner clinical psychologists who are able to make a substantial contribution to knowledge in clinical psychology through completion of their PhD and to assume leadership roles in the professional, research and academic spheres of activity.This program is not available to students who have completed a Masters degree in clinical psychology and are considering PhD studies. Such students must enrol in a standard PhD.4. Course Learning OutcomesSpecifically, on successful completion of the course a student will:

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