Course Summary
Traditionally, research approaches could be categorised in ways such as science, humanities or art practice-based research. Increasingly, inter- and multi-disciplinary movements are calling for more collaboration between these areas, while preserving an empirical (evidence-based) approach.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants may also be considered provided they can demonstrate Honours Degree equivalence, which can be verified through the RPL (recognition of prior learning) process. Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview.
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Application Details
Applications are now OPEN for September 2024.
IADT operates a rolling admissions policy for graduate taught courses, with decisions issued in 4 weeks after a submitted and complete application is received. An application is incomplete until you provide all required items on the checklist (including the application fee, if applicable).
Generally, courses will remain open to applications until all places are filled.
25th September 2024 - 19th March 2025
Fees
All fees for certificate programmes must be fully paid prior to commencement of course; students cannot attend classes or access course materials until then.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
Career Progression
On successful completion, students will be able to:
Develop appropriate and interesting research questions,
Design an empirical research study (e.g. experiment, survey, observation, interview, use of tests and scales),
Identify and evaluate alternative research designs,
Critically evaluate empirical research findings and reports,
Communicate the findings of an empirical research study to a wider audience through alternative methods (e.g. poster, website, oral presentation, empirical APA style report).
The knowledge and skills you have acquired will be invaluable in a wide range of careers and activities, and so can be applied to virtually any research related endeavour. This course will be highly relevant to individuals who:
Wish to update or develop their research skills,
Want to become familiar with the latest trends or debates in research,
Are currently engaged in an on-going research project,
Would like to engage in multi-, cross- or inter-disciplinary work.
Duration
This course will be offered online one evening per week (7pm – 9pm) from the 25th September 2024 – 19th March 2025. There is a possibility that one or two classes may be face to face, in which case these classes will also be made available online.