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Graduate Certificate of Research Methods

Graduate Certificate.
Charles Darwin University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This graduate certificate develops foundational research skills for workplace application or as a pathway into higher degree research. You will be introduced to independent research, building theoretical and methodological understanding to design, conduct and present research in a chosen field. The course emphasises ethical and creative or practical approaches across different contexts, and can support progression to a Masters by Research or PhD subject to performance and supervision availability.

Career outcome

Graduates gain core capabilities to plan and undertake independent research in their chosen area, supporting evidence-based practice in professional settings. The course strengthens research training and communication skills that can be applied across industries where analysis, evaluation and reporting are valued. It also provides preparation for further study in research higher degrees, helping build readiness for advanced research training in a range of disciplines. Preparing graduates for advanced professional, specialist, and leadership roles in the discipline.


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$18,836 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

0.5 years

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February, July

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Online
Danala - Education and Community Precinct

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URES01

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick icon2023 CDU INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE PATHWAY SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 20% of tuition fees

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR'S INTERNATIONAL HIGH ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIPS (VCIHAS)

50% of tuition fees

tick iconCDU GLOBAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP 2022-2023

30% of tuition fees

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