FAQs

No, this is a master’s by coursework, not a master’s by research. However, this course can feed into a doctorate, which will then feed into a PhD.

Yes. Upon completion of this Graduate Certificate, you can progress into our Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership, and our Master of Health Management and Leadership.

Yes. Upon completion of this Graduate Certificate, you can progress into our Graduate Diploma in Health Management and Leadership, and our Master of Health Management and Leadership.

Yes, upon completion of this Graduate Diploma, you can progress to our Master of Health Management and Leadership.

This course would satisfy the training requirement for a Private Investigator License. Students need to be aware, however, that there are other requirements to be met, in addition to a relevant training course, to be eligible for a license.

Some of the content may be confronting for people who have experienced DV, as the course covers child and family violence, dynamics of domestic violence, and working with victims of domestic violence. However, the course has been designed to minimise any distress students may feel. We often enrol students in this course who have had lived experience, and we understand the importance of managing the risk that the content could trigger their own trauma. With this in mind, we have applied trauma-informed design principles when developing the course. This has been very effective in managing the risk of triggering. For example, if there is a video or audio, students have the option to read the summarised transcript instead of watching or listening. We also have warning statements throughout the course giving students the option to skip over if they are not ready to engage in that material.

Yes. Whether you study on-campus or online, the learning outcomes and qualification are the same and you will receive the same testamur. A testamur is your graduation certificate and it does not specify your mode of study. Regardless of whether you study online or on-campus you will still be getting the same qualification from an internationally ranked university.

We do have a shortened master’s program for eligible applicants. Please see the entry requirements for this course.

No prior experience is required to understand the course content.

Yes, this course will provide you with the tools to formulate policies and influence decision-making.

You will learn the key skills required in any policy/government role, such as how to gain government attention, writing skills, policy analysis and development. This course is an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, so it will help you secure a good role or progress in your career if you already work in the field. You will also create a cabinet submission in the final capstone unit.

If you have any questions about studying at QUT Online, you can contact our Course Consultants on 1300 104 196.

The units draw on a range of theories to understand, explain, and respond to domestic violence. These include theories from criminology, public health, social work, gender studies, and other disciplines.

Your units typically open the Monday before the commencement of the teaching period; however, access to your unit outlines and Orientation Unit will be available in Canvas, your online classroom, four weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period.

You don’t have to wait until the beginning of each year. We have intakes commencing February, April, July and October. Start your studies in an intake that suits you. Visit Key Dates for start dates.

An essential part of your online study journey is your computer. You’ll need it to access your learning materials, submit assignments and complete weekly activities. Make sure your laptop or desktop computer is equipped with: • Speakers or headphones • Web camera • Microphone

Our units focus on the theory – the ‘why’ of learning design – in an adult online environment. This course will give you the confidence to create excellent online learning. Technology is covered in every unit, but you do not need to learn specific tools. You will, however, have the opportunity to use tools of your choice for some assignments.

In this Graduate Certificate, we run roughly 40 labs that use lots of different cyber tools. We cover basic networking tools; Wireshark; antivirus software; SIEM; ethical hacking tools; active directory tools; IDS; encryption and cryptography tools; Shodan.io; web application security tools; SQL Injection and Sqlmap; DevSecOps tools; cloud security platforms; plus many more.

You will use the programming language, Python, as well as Jupyter Notebook, to configure and arrange workflows with your data analysis. Pandas is used to take data analytics further and Git is used to track changes.

At QUT Online, we are dedicated to helping our students. Our Student Advisors are on hand to make your studies as smooth as possible from start to finish. They are available via phone, email 7 days a week, 8am to 9pm on weekdays and 10am-6pm AEST on weekends. Once you are in your online classroom, your Online Learning Advisors will be there to guide your learning and there is plenty of assessment support services at your fingertips throughout your studies.

The Graduate Certficate can help graduates get jobs in a variety of positions including research, intake, risk assessment, advocacy, donation, refuge/safe house organising, behaviour change, administration, and support (e.g. court, forms, medical) positions. Graduates could also go into probation/parole or child safety.

Once you’ve got your hardware sorted, ensure that your operating system is up to scratch. Whether you’re a Mac or a PC user, if you’re running an old operating system, some learning materials may be difficult to access. Operating systems required are: • Mac: OSX Version 10.7 • PC: Windows 7 If you are unsure what system your device is operating on, try this website for a quick system check.

The skills you will acquire include how to examine the underlying drivers of risk in an emergency; proficiency in communication during a crisis event; decision-making in an unpredictable situation; and critical thinking and analysis (the ability to synthesise information from various sources to assess risks and then develop plans).

Data analytics involves analysing datasets to uncover trends and insights used to make informed organisational decisions. Business analytics is focused on analysing various types of information to make practical, data-driven business decisions, and implementing changes based on those decisions. Data analysts work more closely with the data itself, whilst business analysts are more involved in addressing business needs and recommending solutions.

QUT Online is a partnership between QUT and Online Education Services offering students across Australia access to high-quality online education through the delivery of a suite of QUT postgraduate courses. QUT Online students graduate with a QUT qualification.

Census Date is the last date you can withdraw from a unit / course or take a Leave of Absence for a specified teaching period without incurring the cost of your unit. If you add or drop a unit prior to Census Date, it will not appear on your academic transcript. Check Key Dates for Census Dates.

We understand that life can get busy. The good news is there are options available for you to consider. Our helpful Student Advisors are available to chat about your specific circumstances and help guide you in the right direction.

Visual Studio Code; My SQL; Git; Node.js; JavaScript; HTML; CSS; React.

Visual Studio; Microsoft Azure; Jupyter Notebook; Node.js; React; React Native.

We recommend you start the process of applying as early as possible as many courses are quite popular. Enrolments close approximately 10 days prior to the commencement of each Teaching Period. Visit Key Dates for start dates.

Choosing a high functioning web browser will make for a smoother online study experience. Download either <a href=”https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/index.html” target=”_blank”>Chrome</a> or <a href=”https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/” target=”_blank”>Firefox</a> for faster page loading and overall streamlined usability.

This course is an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate and provides a professional qualification in investigations and intelligence. The driving factor for creating this course was that the professional bodies in the field (AIPM and AIPIO) want to ‘professionalise’ the industry. A university-level qualification achieves this because of the stringent frameworks applied in developing university-level courses. The Graduate Certificate in Investigations and Intelligence is designed to prepare students for roles in any organisation, not only in government.

No, this course does not suggest students need to be clinical or know how the health system works. Rather, they need to be able to work with the health system to coordinate responses. Any industry can be impacted by a crisis event. The content of this course applies to all industries. Existing roles and various sectors that would be impacted by emergency or disaster events can include paramedics, police officers, SES officers, fire officers, healthcare providers, etc. Everyone can benefit from the skills and knowledge in emergency and disaster management.

This course is available and suitable for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.

There is limited group work, depending on the units. This is a good opportunity to network with other students.

Yes, upon completion of this course, you can progress to our Master of Project Management.  

As a QUT student studying online you get Microsoft Office 365 for free via Student Advantage. You will have access to all your favourite programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as new features such as OneDrive and OneNote for all your online storage needs.

There is no professional board for data analytics. There are general IT professional bodies, such as the Australian Computer Society, and this board provides guidelines on education standards in IT. QUT aligns all of their courses with the Australian Computer Society. We are also an internationally recognised university with equally recognised academics.

The content and learning outcomes of your course is the same as the on-campus equivalent, however, your course has been purpose built for online learners to acknowledge the different needs and challenges for students studying virtually.

Yes, the Master of Project Management is a Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Global Accreditation Center course and is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM). This accreditation has improved graduate outcomes in the job market, attracting more opportunities and income. The PMI provides access to ongoing support and learning materials to support your professional growth beyond completing your studies.

QUT is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) as a course provider of the Graduate Certificate of Project Management.

No, this course is open to anyone who meets the entry requirements.

This course has an individual and universal focus.

Any experience in the health field could help you with this course, however it is not essential to be successful.

Any experience in the health field could help you with this course: however, it is not essential to be successful.

This course focuses on adult online learning. Experience in other areas in the Education field can be helpful, however, it is not essential to be successful.

Our Student Advisors are available to help with basic technical assistance. They are available via phone and email 7 days a week, 8 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am-6 pm on weekends.

Our Student Advisors are available to help with basic technical assistance. They are available via phone and email 7 days a week, 8 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am-6 pm AEST on weekends. Do I need any special software to access my learning materials? Your course gives you access to various learning materials in all formats and sizes, including videos, audio files and PDFs. You will need to view these interactive course materials using: • Adobe Reader for PDF files • VLC media player for all audio and video files

This course is relevant Australia-wide, regardless if you are living in an area with a large Indigenous population or not.

Assessment of exemptions usually takes up to 10 business days. If you are still awaiting an outcome, call your Course Consultant and they will provide an update for you.

Assessment of advanced standing usually takes up to 10 business days. If you are still awaiting an outcome, call your Course Consultant and they will provide an update for you.

We enrol many parents in this course as it is a way for them to better understand how to best support their child through their education journey. This course will equip you with the knowledge to speak with education providers about tailoring your child’s education experience to meet their personal needs, and how to support your child’s education at home.

You do not need to be currently working in the education field to be successful in this course.

This course is ideal for those who already have an element of investigation required for their job. This course will equip you with the skills to analyse complex information, enhance security and protect public interests.

Since our Graduate Certificate of Project Management draws on the Project Management Body of Knowledge, the international benchmark and framework in this field, you will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills that are in line with the global standard for effective project management, which is applicable in any industry.

Since our Master of Project Management draws on the Project Management Body of Knowledge, the international benchmark and framework in this field, you will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills that are in line with the global standard for effective project management, which are applicable in any industry.

Your actual fees may vary depending on your course and which units you choose. You may also need to a pay student services and amenities fees as a part of your course cost. NB: We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

There are four intakes per year commencing Jan, April, July and October.

The amount of study time per week will depend on the amount of units you take per teaching period. A part-time study load is between 12–15 hours worth of study per week, and full-time requires between 24–30 hours worth of study per week.

Units run over a 10 week teaching period require an appropriate time commitment to ensure you can digest, understand and reflect on the course content. It is recommended during the teaching period you set aside approximately 12-15 hours per week.

There are two theory and two practical units. The practical units require you to submit a recorded 30-minute-long counselling session, along with a written reflection.

Teaching Periods are 10 weeks in total, including one week break at week 5 and one week for exams/final assessments at week 10.

he focus of Public Health is health prevention and promotion. There is a strong statistics and epidemiology focus so that students understand the current health status baseline and can develop policies that improve health care. The determinants of health and well-being in the community are another area of emphasis. Careers in this field include working on health campaigns development of policy, analysis of statistics and undertaking research. Studies in Health Management are for people aspiring to move into managerial and executive leadership roles in health service delivery. Our Master of Health Management and Leadership is for people wanting to step into leadership roles. Our units are strongly focused on management, leadership, and health economics. There is one Public Health unit, called ‘Population Health’, so students can understand the bigger picture of health care and design better services. This course is for anyone wanting to become a manager of teams and departments, or looking to rise through the ranks, in the health industry.

Entry criteria for each course is clearly outlined on our website. If you are unsure if you meet the entry criteria, our Course Consultants are available to discuss your specific qualifications or experience and help you make an informed decision.

The course pages on this website provide detailed information about the course content, entry requirements and career opportunities. You can also speak to a Course Consultant on 1300 104 196.

Applying is easy. Simply call one of our Course Consultants on 1300 104 196 Monday to Friday 9am-5pm AEST or fill in our online application form.

Amending your enrolment is easy. All you need to do is contact a Student Advisor and they will assist you in making the changes you need.

Your learning materials are located conveniently in one spot in our online classroom called Canvas. Instructions on how to access your online classroom are located in your Student Portal.

Yes, completed units in this Graduate Certificate can be used as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in IT (Computer Science) and the Master of IT (Computer Science).

Yes, you can choose to either complete the general Project Management units or specialise in one of three areas: Health Management; Emergency and Disaster Management; IT and Systems.

This course is designed for a broad field of investigations and intelligence, covering topics such as fraud and compliance. This course is not focused on law enforcement, although the results of investigations may require that a case be handed over to the police for penalties/charges to be applied.

No, you will gain advanced discipline knowledge and skills to lead and manage large and complex projects in a diverse range of work settings and industries. However, you can choose from the specialisation options, if you wish to target a specific industry.

No, you will gain foundational knowledge and skills to lead and manage large and complex projects in a diverse range of work settings and industries.

Throughout the course, there is a cross-section of scenarios that cover state, federal, private and global jurisdictions. As a university-level offering, we avoid favouring a particular government approach. Instead, the content focuses on best practice approaches and is designed to educate in the principles and frameworks that will be broadly applicable, irrespective of the employer. Graduates will have opportunities to work in private industry as well as government, and therefore, the course has been developed with this in mind.

No, Excel is not included in this course as it is a proprietary Microsoft product. Instead, the curriculum emphasises Python, a powerful and versatile programming language widely used in data analytics. Python allows for advanced data manipulation, statistical analysis, and visualisation, enabling you to handle more complex datasets and scenarios than traditional spreadsheet tools like Excel. This approach provides a broader and more adaptable skill set for the modern data-driven workplace.

This Standard notes that Investigator Qualification provides minimum standards, namely Certificate IV. As this Graduate Certificate is a higher qualification, it supersedes this requirement. The content of this course aligns with the Australian Government Investigations Standard; however, if students go on to conduct a federally-run (Australian Government) investigation, they will need to separately comply with this Standard and the entity/organisation they’re working for needs to be accredited by the Australian Government.

Yes, in this course you will develop a greater understanding of problem-solving, abstraction, design, teamwork concepts and issues through ACS’s Core Body of ICT Knowledge (CBoK).

No, this course does not cover AI or ChatGPT. The primary focus is on foundational data analytics skills, such as Python programming, which are essential for working with real-world data. While AI is a rapidly growing field, this course is designed to equip you with core data manipulation and analysis skills that can serve as a foundation for advanced learning.

Yes, completed units in this Graduate Diploma can be used as credit towards the Master of IT (Cyber Security and Networks).

Yes, completed units in this Graduate Certificate can be used as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in IT (Cyber Security and Networks) and the Master of IT (Cyber Security and Networks).

Yes, completed units in this Graduate Certificate can be used as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in IT (Computer Science) and the Master of IT (Computer Science).

Yes, completed units in this Graduate Certificate can be used as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in IT (Computer Science) and the Master of IT (Computer Science).

Yes, completed units in this graduate certificate can be use as credits toward the Graduate Diploma in IT (Business Analysis).

Yes, these foundational micro units can provide credit towards all our Graduate Diploma in IT and Master of IT programs.

Any experience in the IT field could help you with this course; however, it is not essential to be successful.

Any experience in the IT field could help you with this course; however, it is not essential to be successful.

You may not have to pay anything upfront for your postgraduate studies if you’re eligible for a FEE-HELP loan. This loan allows you to defer your fees and only repay your loan when your income reaches a certain level. As your income increases, you pay a larger percentage of your income towards your debt. The amount you have to pay is calculated by the Australian Tax Office each year. For more information and to check you are eligible visit the <a href=”https://www.studyassist.gov.au/”>Study Assist</a> website.

Your course gives you access to a range of learning materials in all formats and sizes, including videos, audio files and PDFs. You will need to view these interactive course materials using: • <a href=”https://get.adobe.com/reader/?no_ab=1″ target=”_blank”>Adobe Reader</a> for PDF files • <a href=”http://www.videolan.org/” target=”_blank”>VLC media player</a> for all audio and video files

No prior experience in working with DV victim-survivors, with perpetrators, or in these fields is required to be successful in this course.

No prior experience in working in the fields of investigations, intelligence or justice is required to be successful in this course.

No prior experience in working in a public sector or justice-related role is required to be successful in this course.

All Australian university students must pay a Student Amenities Fee. Online students pay a reduced fee recognising they do not utilise the services to the same level as on-campus students. For eligible students, this fee can be deferred to your FEE HELP loan. For more information visit the Study Assist website.

QUT Online aims to minimise the cost of accessing learning materials for your course. For some units, you may be required to buy specific software or a textbook, if this is the case, this will be advised in advance via your student email.

For most courses, everything you need is at your fingertips and there is no need for you to ever set foot on campus. If you happen to be near a campus or would like to access university services or facilities, as an online student you are able to do so. Feel free to drop into the library, use the computer labs and any other services that may assist you with your studies. Remember to take your Student Card. For more information, see Campus Venues.

This course is not accredited by any professional bodies.

This course is not accredited by any professional bodies.

No. The units in this course are not deemed as equivalent to any other QUT units.

No. We do not offer any further qualifications specifically in Web Development, and the units in this course are not deemed as equivalent to any other QUT units.

Exemptions may be granted for previous higher education or diploma level studies in related or non-related areas of study. They are assessed on an individual basis and can potentially reduce the length of time it will take for you to complete your degree. Previous study must have been undertaken within the past 9 years.

You may be able to have your past studies or work experience count as credit towards your QUT course. We call this ‘advanced standing’. That means you might not have to complete all of the units listed in your course structure and you may be able to graduate sooner. Exemptions are assessed on an individual basis – talk to Course Consultant for more information.

This course alone will not enable you to become a teacher.

No, this course is a career counselling course, not a guidance and counselling course.

Yes. QUT offers a range of software and learning tools that you can use while you are studying at the University, such as design, multimedia and project management applications. Costs and eligibility may vary for each software application.

Yes, QUT provides you with a free subscription to Microsoft 365 (formerly known as Microsoft Office 365). You can use the subscription to install Microsoft Office applications on your PC, Mac and mobile devices.

Assessment requirements including examinations differ from unit to unit. Depending on the accreditation requirements, you may need to sit an exam. However, most postgraduate units will not have an exam. If you are required to sit an exam they will either be held at a face-to-face venue at specified metro and regional exam centre venues around Australia or via an invigilated online exam.

While no formal English language testing is required for Australian domestic students, our postgraduate degrees are delivered at university level, so it is expected that all students are proficient in all aspects of the English language. If you have any concerns prior to applying, talk to one of our Course Consultants on 1300 104 196.

Yes, CSPs are currently available for eligible applicants.

Yes, CSPs are available for all Information Technology courses, including bootcamps. CSPs allow domestic students to have a significant portion of their university or higher education fees subsidised by the Australian government.