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Graduate Certificate in Educational Research GradCertEdResearch
CSU's Graduate Certificate in Educational Research provides an introduction to research methods used in the field of education.
About the course
The course consists of an overview of common educational research methods, followed by a more in-depth focus on qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. These subjects provide a basis for the development of research proposal and a literature review. The course prepares students who want to undertake a research project and dissertation and provides a pathway for entry into the Bachelor of Educational Research (Honours).
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Research seeks to foster:
- an appreciation of the nature and diversity of educational research
- an understanding of commonly used methodologies in educational research and their strengths and limitations
- an awareness of ethical issues and other challenges facing educational researchers
- an appreciation of ways in which research can enhance professional practice
- skills in critically reviewing research literature
- critical reflection on assumptions about research.
Residential schools
There are no residential schools associated with this course.
Graduation requirements
To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 32 points.
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