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Postgraduate Diploma in Health Research Methodology

The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Research Methodology is designed to replace masters preliminary programs. It aims to provide the necessary preparation for higher degree studies for candidates without substantial previous research experience, and to offer studies which are designed to suit the student's background and proposed field of research. The course provides students with a recognised qulaification upon satisfactory completion. Students who complete this course should be able to demonstrate the acquisition of research skills and advanced discipline-specific knowledge. It is expected that diplomates will usually proceed to enrol in a higher degree by research, provided minimum average grade requirements are met. However, this qualification will assist candidates with professional advancement and progression to postgraduate coursework studies after full or partial completion of program.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Research Methodology within the School of Human Communication Sciences has four components:

  • Discipline Specific Coursework
  • Research Methodology Coursework
  • A Research Thesis
  • Seminar Attendance and Presentation

The subjects listed below will normally be undertaken, but equivalent subjects may be undertaken by negotiation between the School and an individual candidate. The course may be taken over one year full-time or two years part-time.

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Discipline Specific Subjects

HCS4LEA - Literature Evaluation

Research Methodology Subjects

HCS4RCA - Readings in Communication Disorders

PHE4HDD - Health Data for Decision Making

Research Project

HCS4RTH - Research Thesis

Graduate Seminars and Research Colloquia Series

All students will attend at least six of the Postgraduate Seminar Series conducted by the School of Human Communication Sciences each year, and present one seminar. Additionally, full-time students, will attend at least six of the School Research Colloquia Series, and part-time students at least four, per year.

 

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Last Updated: 3 October, 2007

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