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Graduate Certificate in Educational Research (Online)

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

In this course, students explore educational research methodology and develop the skills to design an educational research project. The program is taught by internationally recognised education experts and is positioned as a pathway into further graduate coursework or research programs. Graduates may be eligible to progress to programs such as the Master of Education (Research) with advanced standing, subject to entry requirements and competitive selection.

What you might learn

Students learn to understand and apply key educational research methodologies and research design principles in real educational contexts. The course aims to build capability in planning and structuring an original research project, including selecting appropriate approaches to investigate educational questions. It also prepares students for potential transition into higher-level research training through strengthened research thinking and design skills.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles that involve contributing to educational research design and evidence-informed improvement in education settings. The course can support progression into further research study, which may lead to careers in educational research, policy, evaluation, or academic pathways. It is relevant for education professionals seeking to undertake research-focused work in schools, tertiary institutions, government, or education organisations.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$24,928 per year

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Information

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6 months

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February, July

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Parkville
Online

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GC-EDRES

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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