Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research
Course GC-IRPRO (2016)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.
Year and Campus: | 2016 - Parkville |
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Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Level: | Graduate/Postgraduate |
Duration & Credit Points: | 25 credit points taken over 6 months part time. |
Coordinator
Dr Emmaline Bexley
Contact
Dr Emmaline Bexley
Centre for the Study of Higher Education
Melbourne Graduate School of Education
Email: bexleye@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: +61 3 8344 8436
Course Overview: |
The Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research is an interdisciplinary coursework program consisting of one core subject - MULT90022: Indigenous Research. In this course, ‘Indigenous research’ includes not only research by Indigenous individuals, but also research on Indigenous topics. The course explores research and develops research skills from an Indigenous perspective. The course is taught in a mixed mode of seminars, case studies, and group activities, with an emphasis on collaborative learning. Students engage in a range of activities, including structured reflection, academic writing, and formal verbal presentations. Students’ assessment tasks relate directly to their own research. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are awarded a Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research, which will give them 25 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Research and Leadership. |
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Learning Outcomes: |
To provide a cohort experience and supportive learning environment for students engaged in Indigenous research, with the opportunity to establish ongoing professional networks.
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Course Structure & Available Subjects: |
The Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research (GC-IRPRO) is a single-subject 25-point award. At the completion of this compulsory subject students will be awarded a Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research, which will give them 25 credit points towards the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Research and Leadership (GC-IRL). |
Subject Options: | Students must complete the following CORE subject: Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: |
Entry Requirements: |
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have: 3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments. |
Core Participation Requirements: |
For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Overview, Objectives and Generic Skills sections of this entry. It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this course are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/ |
Graduate Attributes: |
The GC-IRPRO supports graduates’ acquisition of the graduate attributes as listed in The PhD and MPhil Handbooks. In particular, it provides opportunities for research higher degree candidates to demonstrate and further extend the following qualities and skills:
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Generic Skills: |
Research Higher Degree candidates completing this course will be able to:
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Links to further information: | http://www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/prof_dev/indigenous/pcir/index.html |
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