Graduate Diploma of Research Methods (Tropical Environments and Societies)
Graduate Diploma of Research Methods (Tropical Environments and Societies)
Course overview
Gain the formal research training experience you need to begin an exciting research degree at James Cook University.
Subjects
Study Program
Students are required to complete (24 credit points) as follows.
Course Structure
4-6 subjects in 2 terms
Core Subjects
- Research Planning in Tropical Environments and Societies
- Research Project in Tropical Environments and Societies
Options
Note: Optional subjects will be determined in consultation with research supervisors and will be put on the student’s study plan.
Select 6 credit points* of any postgraduate Research Methods subject/s
Asia Pacific Development: Culture and Globalisation
Ecological Research Methods
Scientific Research Methods
Research Dissertation
Introduction to Educational Research
Career and Leisure Guidance and Counselling
Behaviour Management
Assessment
Atypical Development
Foundations of Counselling Theory
Foundations of Counselling Practice
Advanced Counselling
Educational Leadership
Leading for Change in Curriculum and Pedagogy
Education for Sustainability
Social Learning Perspectives for a Sustainable Future
Communicating Sustainability and Climate Change
Individual Researched Action Project
Qualitative Research Methods for Health Professionals
Planning and Evaluation for Primary Health Care
Clinical Epidemiology
Policy Analysis and Management
Shifting Geopolitical Environments in Emerging States
Research Planning in Tropical Environments and Societies
Research Project in Tropical Environments and Societies
Post-Graduate Research Methods for the Social Sciences
Epidemiology for Public Health
Biostatistics for Public Health
Special Topic 1
Special Topic 2
Quantitative Methods in Science
Professional Placement
Research Project (Part 1 of 2)
Research Project (Part 2 of 2)
Data Mining
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Select 6 credit points* of any postgraduate subjects
*1 subject worth 6 credit points or 2 subjects each worth 3 credit points
Eligibility & Requirements
Entry Requirements
Completion of at least an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, with a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (credit average) in the final year; or other qualifications recognised by the University as equivalent.
Refer below for the course articulation level requirement.
Course Articulation
Students seeking admission to a research higher degree should consult the University’s Higher Degree by Research Requirements.
(Website: https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/research-education/higher-degree-by-research-requirements)
Students seeking admission to a Masters by Research must have obtained at least a GPA 5.0 (Credit) for the Graduate Diploma of Research Methods. To be eligible to apply for direct admission to a PhD, students must have obtained at least a GPA 6.0 (Distinction) for the Graduate Diploma of Research Methods.
Advanced Standing
Application for advanced standing from the core subject will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
English Requirements
- Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 86 (no component less than 21) / Pearson PTE Academic 58 (no component less than 54); or
- Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
- Successful completion of other qualifications completed in English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards on a case-by-case basis in accordance to JCU admissions guidelines
Tuition Fees
| Domestic* | International |
|---|---|
| S$27,216 | S$28,080 |
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note:
- All course fees include the corresponding Singapore Goods and Services Tax (GST), which is 8% in 2023.
- There will be an increase of GST in 2024 to 9%, hence this will affect the total tuition fees.
- The details of the instalment breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit http://www.ica.gov.sg.
James Cook University is EduTrust Certified. The EduTrust certification scheme is administered by the Committee for Private Education (CPE), a part of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). EduTrust requires all students to be covered under a Fee Protection Scheme. In James Cook University, this is provided through an insurance protection scheme. Further, EduTrust also requires that the students must be covered under a medical insurance coverage which has provision for hospitalisation, surgery and treatment costs throughout their course duration. James Cook University will advise in the Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable.
For more details please visit the Committee for Private Education (CPE), a part of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) website: www.cpe.gov.sg
Disclaimer
Although James Cook University endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.
Download the Higher Degrees by Research brochure here.