Graduate Certificate in Education Research

• Work under USC’s highly trained staff to develop ideas into a researchable topic
• Develop advanced postgraduate skills in research methods, information literacy, proposal writing and research dissemination

Make a difference in the field of education and expand your career possibilities. Whether looking to explore an aspect of pedagogy, or looking for a pathway to a PhD, this program provides opportunity to deepen your knowledge in a collaborative environment.

Recommended study pattern

This program is offered full-time or equivalent part-time. Each study period, you have the choice to switch between full-time and part-time study. Full-time study is enrolling in three or more courses per study period, while part-time study is one or two courses per study period.

To learn more about the courses you will undertake in this program please refer to program structure.

Program structure

Required courses (2) 48 units

• EDN701 Researching Education
• EDN705 Education Research Theories and Methodologies

Program notes

• The total number of units required to complete the program is 48 units.
• Program structures are subject to change
• The Graduate Certificate in Education Research is a postgraduate qualification designed for educators currently working in the field. It does not qualify graduates for teacher registration.

Award requirements

To attain the award of Graduate Certificate in Education Research, students are required to successfully complete 48 units as outlined in the Program Structure

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $2,222

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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A student entering the Graduate Certificate in Education Research will normally be required to hold a four year bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) qualification in the education discipline from a recognised institution, or equivalent qualification.

UniSC accepts applications for multiple study periods throughout the year. These include Semester 1 applications which usually close in February, Semester 2 applications which usually close in July, as well as session-based and trimester-based study periods. As part of your application, UniSC will share information about the next available study period for this program.

Standard English language requirements apply.

If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree.