Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Research Methodologies)

Degree Level Postgraduate

Years

Australian students

Start Date
February

Campus
City East

Duration
0.5 year(s) full-time

Program Code
ICNG

Study as
Part-time only

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry requirements
Applicants are required to:
- hold a Bachelor degree in Nursing or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- have completed hospital based training as a Registered Nurse.
In addition, applicants must:
- hold a Current Practising Certificate as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia; AND
- have completed a minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
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Aim

The program provides Registered Nurses with knowledge and skills in research methods.

Content & Structure

The program, taken over one year of part-time study, requires completion of 18 units of study in specialised courses in Research Methodologies. Courses have been specifically designed to provide students with a sound knowledge of research methods for application to professional practice or as a pathway in preparation for higher degree research study.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
Research Methodologies Courses (18 units)
Literature Review	HLTH 5128	4.5
AND
Research Proposal	HLTH 5127	4.5
AND two 4.5 unit courses from the following:
Introductory Statistics	HLTH 5129	4.5	Note(s): 2
Qualitative Methods	HLTH 5124	4.5
Introductory Epidemiology	HLTH 5131	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Credit for previous studies or in recognition of prior learning may be granted in accordance with University Policy. Maximum credit allowed is normally one-third of the total units of the program.

Notes

1. The Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Research Methodologies) may not be offered every year and may also be subject to demand.

2. Students undertaking the Research Methodologies specialisation, but not intending to undertake the course, Introductory Statistics, should consult the Program Director.