The Graduate Certificate of Health Research Practice trains you in practical research skills that prepare you for a rewarding career in health research, or a higher research degree such as a PhD. Become a true expert in a topic you’re passionate about and thrive under the mentorship of leaders in health research.

Want to become a world-class health researcher?

The Graduate Certificate of Health Research Practice is designed for graduates of any health discipline looking to advance their research capabilities. You can use the degree as a stepping-stone to a PhD or Master by Research degree; or as a pathway to careers that involve managing, reviewing or implementing research projects. Flexible online delivery makes it easier for you to fit your degree around your schedule. While the short two-trimester study duration (part-time) allows you to reach your professional goals sooner.

 

The course consists of a research project conducted over two trimesters. In the first trimester, you will choose a topic that matches your interests – there are lots to pick from – before writing a literature review and developing a research proposal (you may be able to create your own topic if we have the expertise to support your research). In the second trimester, you will conduct research and write a thesis on your topic. Throughout both components of the course, you will build practical research skills that are essential for further research and sought by employers. These include:

• a deep understanding of research philosophies, ethics and principles
• the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific literature
• data management and proficiency with tools and methods for research practice
• skills in planning, writing, reviewing and implementing research
• skills in developing a research proposal
• the ability to translate complex ideas into clear communications for different audiences.

 

As an added benefit, many students are recognised for their research contributions by having their findings published in peer-reviewed journals.

 

The Graduate Certificate of Health Research Practice trains you in practical research skills that prepare you for a rewarding career in health research, or a higher research degree such as a PhD. Become a true expert in a topic you’re passionate about and thrive under the mentorship of leaders in health research.

Want to become a world-class health researcher?

The Graduate Certificate of Health Research Practice is designed for graduates of any health discipline looking to advance their research capabilities. You can use the degree as a stepping-stone to a PhD or Master by Research degree; or as a pathway to careers that involve managing, reviewing or implementing research projects. Flexible online delivery makes it easier for you to fit your degree around your schedule. While the short two-trimester study duration (part-time) allows you to reach your professional goals sooner.

 

The course consists of a research project conducted over two trimesters. In the first trimester, you will choose a topic that matches your interests – there are lots to pick from – before writing a literature review and developing a research proposal (you may be able to create your own topic if we have the expertise to support your research). In the second trimester, you will conduct research and write a thesis on your topic. Throughout both components of the course, you will build practical research skills that are essential for further research and sought by employers. These include:

• a deep understanding of research philosophies, ethics and principles
• the ability to critically analyse and interpret scientific literature
• data management and proficiency with tools and methods for research practice
• skills in planning, writing, reviewing and implementing research
• skills in developing a research proposal
• the ability to translate complex ideas into clear communications for different audiences.

 

As an added benefit, many students are recognised for their research contributions by having their findings published in peer-reviewed journals.