Overview
The GCAF is a pathway course designed to lead students into Master Degrees at the University of Canberra (UC). This course offers students the opportunity to develop and apply academic literacies and research skills in a postgraduate study environment.
If you successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations you will qualify for your chosen coursework Master's.
Units of Study
- Managing People
- Introduction to Critical Thinking
- Academic Writing and Research Skills
- Intercultural Academic Communication
Graduate Certificate in Academic Foundations (CRICOS: #097614A) is studied over 1 semester (6 months) and is suitable for international students with IELTS 6.0 (with no band score less than 6.0)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Faculty of Business, Government and Law
- Master of Business Administration (Plus)
- Master of Human Resource Management
- Master of International Business
- Master of Marketing Management
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Master of Public Administration
- Master of Education Studies
- Master of Business Informatics
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Information Technology and Systems
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Canberra, Australia
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
Academic (non English language) requirements
- You will need a degree, or equivalent, as approved by the University.
- And also meet the academic requirements as specified by your choice of Master's degree.
- IELTS 6.0 overall
- TOEFL 550 (Paper) or 213 (Computer) with a 4.00 TWE/Essay rating or 79 (internet based) with no less than 20 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening and 16 in Speaking
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents13080 USD / full≈ 13080 USD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents13080 USD / full≈ 13080 USD / full
Living costs
Canberra
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.