Graduate Certificate in Social Scientific Data Analysis and Communication

About the course

This Graduate Certificate builds practical capability to interpret, analyse and communicate social scientific data in organisational contexts. You will develop data literacy across qualitative and quantitative approaches, learn to create and assess useful evidence, and present insights clearly for decision-making and stakeholder engagement. The course includes an industry or community placement or intensive project, with an option to gain a micro-credential in interpreting and communicating social science data.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for advanced professional and specialist roles in Sociology & Social Work. Graduates work as organisational psychologists, counsellors, and human services specialists. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.

Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold a degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.

Living Costs in Adelaide**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,144 - 1,514	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 836 - 1,105
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 225 - 297

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)