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Diploma of Graduate Certificate in Research Methods

Higher Education Leadership Institute

Melbourne, Australia
0.5 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A short postgraduate certificate in the core methods used in research.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Graduate Certificate in Research Methods. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Operational manager
Marketing manager
Health manager
Industry manager
HR professional
Sales and marketing professional
Business analytics professional
Government research officer
Education sector manager
Teacher
Academic

Curriculum

Four core units of 6 credit points each (24 in total)
Studied in six months full time: Understanding Research
Quantitative Research Methods
Qualitative Research Methods
And Designing and Communicating Research. Delivered face to face in Melbourne
Its units can carry into the Master of Research.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree (AQF 7) or higher
Or a 3-year associate degree/advanced diploma (AQF 6) with a credit average
Or a 2-year one with a credit average plus 1 year full-time relevant work
Or a diploma (AQF 5) plus 2 years full-time relevant work
Or a recognised postgraduate preparation program
Or 3 years full-time managerial/professional or 5 years general related work experience
No minimum grade published (credit average required only for the AQF 6 routes).

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (AQF 7) or higher, Or a 3-year associate degree/advanced diploma (AQF 6) with a credit average, Or a 2-year one with a credit average plus 1 year full-time relevant work, Or a diploma (AQF 5) plus 2 years full-time relevant work, Or a recognised postgraduate preparation program, Or 3 years full-time managerial/professional or 5 years general related work experience.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and English tests on the course page. Apply online through the Apply Now button on the course page (student application portal). No application fee is published. Upload certified copies of academic transcripts
Proof of age
English evidence and a Genuine Student Statement. Receive the Letter of Offer and Written Agreement
Then sign and return it. Pay Overseas Student Health Cover for the full visa length. HELI then issues the eCoE for the student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$23,600 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$1,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Melbourne (Docklands)
Faculty or school	_
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	24
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Global Achievement, Future Leaders and Diversity and Success scholarships (up to 34-36 percent off 2026 fees), 2027 not yet published (https://www.heli.edu.au/scholarship/)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
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15 Nov 2026
1 day left
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June 2027
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15 Mar 2027
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September 2027
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15 Jun 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.5 years.