University of Canberra Courses

Candidates wishing to apply for the Master of Health (Research) must show evidence of the following:
- Recognised undergraduate health sciences degree at honours level or
- Recognised health science degree and health experience, with demonstrated capacity and/or aptitude for research.
- Approval of your study plans with a supervising academic.

Two or more years of relevant work experience in health would be an advantage. If you have no prior research training, we would advise undertaking the combined coursework/research training option in the course.

Additional admission requirements

Students commencing in semester 2 can enrol part-time only.

Candidates are also required to complete a Research Education Program that will enable them to acquire the generic skills and attributes identified as appropriate for graduates of postgraduate research programs at the University of Canberra.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

Successful completion of Year 11 or equivalent.
17 years of age at the time of commencing the course.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

As per the University of Canberra HDR Admission Policy.

Additional admission requirements

The Graduate Certificate in Research Methods and Design exists as an exit award only, for those students admitted to the PhD.

If a candidate fails to meet academic requirements during candidature, they may be eligible for the Graduate Certificate as an exit award providing the requirements of the award have been met.

Where a candidate fails to meet the academic requirements of the Graduate Certificate, they will be discontinued from the PhD and offered the opportunity to reattempt failed units and, if successful, exit with a Graduate Certificate. The Graduate Certificate will not be awarded if the candidate successfully completes the PhD.

Assumed knowledge

Sufficient knowledge relevant to the study area to enable identification of a need for research.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

A four year undergraduate degree in Education or a three year degree and a one year graduate diploma in a related area, or academic qualifications deemed equivalent with above average performance, and demonstrated capacity and/or aptitude for research. Two years of relevant work experience would be an advantage. Students without research training units in their previous studies will be advised to undertake the combined coursework/research training option in the course.

Additional admission requirements

Police checks may be required in certain research projects such as those with children or adolescents.

Assumed knowledge

High level written English.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

An applicant may apply for entry into the Professional Doctorate Business Administration (Research) program and the Faculty will determine their eligibility based upon evidence provided which includes:

a) evidence of knowledge in an area relevant to the proposed doctoral topic;
b) five years of professional practice at a senior level in a relevant area of business, government or law
c) evidence of previous study as demonstrated by a coursework Masters or other education an area relevant to the proposed doctoral topic; and
d) demonstrated ability to undertake complex thinking and problem solving.

Plus all applicants will:

e) meet the University's minimum English proficiency requirements for entry into higher degree by research courses;
f) satisfy any additional requirements specified for admission of the particular applicant, consistent with University policy.

Additional admission requirements

Candidates must comply with all requirements of current University of Canberra HDR policies, including those governing submission and examination of theses. Panels of examiners for the award of the Professional Doctorate (Research) (Business Administration) must always include at least one international examiner from a university, research centre or other knowledge node outside Singapore.

Assumed knowledge

Sufficient knowledge relevant to the study area to enable identification of a need for a new research contribution to an area of professional practice. This includes advanced knowledge of business and organisational contexts.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

Admission is restricted to staff of the Australian Public Service, through contract arrangements with particular agencies.

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent as approved by the Academic Quality and Standards Committee OR hold two or more years of relevant work experience, and be currently employed in an Australian Commonwealth, State, or Territory Government Department.

Assumed knowledge

Essential: Some basic understanding of the functions of Australian Government. This is assumed, given that the course is only open to APS students. Desirable but not essential: Familiarity with fundamental theories and concepts underpinning effective public policy development. Familiarity with basic statistics and statistical concepts.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

This course has closing dates to submit applications that vary from standard UC application submission dates. For a semester 1 start, applications are due by the 31st October; for a semester 2 start, applications are due by 30th June.

Applicants must meet the following minimum entry requirements:
A) completion of a qualifying psychology degree which is accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) or equivalent*. The qualifying degree can be either:
i) a three year undergraduate psychology course or
ii) a Graduate Diploma for candidates who previously completed an undergraduate degree in a different discipline
B) Credit average in the APAC-required second and third year psychology units or graduate diploma units.

Entry is competitive. Applications are ranked by performance (GPA) in the APAC-required second and third year psychology / graduate diploma units. Thus, a higher than minimum GPA is generally needed to be offered a place.

* Equivalency is as determined by the Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
A) a completed bachelor degree in a health science discipline* with a credit or higher average, and
B) degree level studies in musculoskeletal anatomy, advanced functional anatomy, physiology of exercise and biomechanics.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide evidence that they meet the prerequisite degree level study requirements outlined above. You must upload a copy of the unit outlines/course syllabi of the relevant units only from your previous studies that show you meet these requirements with your application.

Applicants who do not meet the prerequisite requirements are encouraged to apply for entry into the Graduate Certificate of Human Movement 868AA https://www.canberra.edu.au/course/868AA/4

* Health science disciplines include exercise physiology, exercise science, exercise and sports science, medical science, biomedical science, health science, human movement, physiotherapy, physical therapy, applied science, human biology, medicine, rehabilitation science, human nutrition, occupational therapy.

Domestic applicants
Applications from domestic applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 August of the preceding year and close on 30 June of the commencing year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in November of the preceding year. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

Domestic applicants who wish to be considered for a package with the Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science (868AA) need to apply by 1 November.

Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 15 June 2024. Eligible applicants will be notified from 1 July 2024. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

International applicants
Applications from international applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 August of the preceding year and close on 31 March of the commencing year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in September of the preceding year. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

International applicants who wish to be considered for a package with the Graduate Certificate in Human Movement Science (868AA) need to apply by 1 October.

Offers
Offers will clearly indicate a deadline by which applicants must accept. If the offer is not accepted by this date, it will be rescinded. Offers for this course cannot be deferred.
This course has limited places available. Not all applicants who meet the application deadline and requirements may be successful.

Assumed knowledge

Musculoskeletal Anatomy, Advanced Functional Anatomy, Physiology of Exercise and Biomechanics.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

A completed bachelor's degree in any discipline with a credit or higher average.

Domestic applicants
Applications from domestic applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 August of the preceding year and close on 30 June of the commencing year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in November of the preceding year. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 15 June 2024. Eligible applicants will be notified from 1 July 2024. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

International applicants
Applications from international applicants will be accepted on a yearly basis from 1 August of the preceding year and close on 31 March of the commencing year. Applicants who are eligible for an offer will be placed on a waitlist and offers will be released in rounds on the first business day of each month commencing in September of the preceding year. Any applicant who is not successful in the round, will remain on a waitlist for further rounds while vacancies exist.

Offers
Offers will clearly indicate a deadline by which applicants must accept. If the offer is not accepted by this date, it will be rescinded. Offers for this course cannot be deferred. This course has limited places available. Not all applicants who meet the application deadline and requirements may be successful.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements

Completion of year 12 or equivalent and evidence of some previous design studies or submission of a scanned design portfolio. Students onshore will be selected by an interview process.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions Credit arrangements