Graduate Certificate of Research Methods (Tropical Environments and Societies) (James Cook University)

Entry Requirements

Completion of at least an AQF level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline with a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (credit average) in the final year AND a grade of credit (65%) or better in a minimum of one advanced research methods or analysis subject; 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 Certificate 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 Certificate of Research Methods, and have successfully completed an appropriate research methods subject at AQF 8 or higher.

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

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Study Program

Students are required to complete 2 subjects (12 credit points) as follows.

Course Structure

2 subjects in 1 term

Core Subjects

• Research Planning in Tropical Environments and Societies
• Research Project in Tropical Environments and Societies