Overview
The purpose of the Graduate Diploma (Research) is to provide specialised knowledge and research training in disciplines within the Faculty of Science. It can be used as a higher degree qualifying program (for students who do not meet criteria for direct entry to Honours or MSc/PhD programs), to upgrade existing … For more content click the Read More button below.
As part of the program students are expected to complete disciplinary coursework of 18-24 UOC and a significant independent research project of 24-30 UOC. As the Faculty has a diverse range of disciplines the exact proportion of research-based work and coursework may differ by School. Students should refer to the plan pages in this Handbook entry for details of the requirement for their chosen discipline.
In addition to conducting research and coursework students will also be expected to undertake Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) training, attend and present seminars, write a literature review, and write a thesis.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate a broad understanding of a systematic and coherent body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas;
2.
Demonstrate cognitive skills that review, analyse, consolidate, and synthesize knowledge;
3.
Demonstrate critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding and applying knowledge and skills in diverse contexts;
4.
Demonstrate initiative and judgement in scholarship with an ability to identify and formulate solutions to problems with intellectual independence;
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Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters;
6.
Demonstrate communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences in a variety of formats;
7.
Demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods and technical skills in research and design;
Program Structure48 Units of Credit:
Students must complete 48 UOC as a standalone program.
The Graduate Diploma (Research) is comprised of 48 units of credit. It typically includes 18-24 UOC of coursework and 24-30 UOC of an independent research project under the guidance of an academic supervisor culminating in a written thesis.
Specialisation Requirements
Students must complete at least one of the specialisations below.
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Program Fees
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