Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Social Research Methods at The University of Western Australia is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Social Research Methods programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 30,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Social Research Methods programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- NS, OSEDUC5633 Quantitative Inquiry
- N/ASOCS5002 Ethnography
- N/ASOCS5003 Research Design and Resourcing
- N/ASOCS5005 Social Research Ethics
- N/ASOCS5007 Research Paradigms
- N/ASOCS5008 Qualitative Methods and Analysis
- N/ASOCS5009 Innovative Social Research Methods
- N/ASOCS5501 Evaluation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
- a relevant bachelor\'s degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 30,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Western Australia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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