Course overview
The course provides students with practical knowledge on quantitative and qualitative research methods, techniques for critical literature evaluation, and skills to execute a research plan. Students will identify a research problem of project management relevance informed by practice and theory, and consider various research approaches and methods. On completion of this course students will be able to effectively design, undertake and communicate research issues.
Course learning outcomes
- develop thorough knowledge of research methods and their application in a range of situations relevant to professional communication practice
- apply knowledge of research methodology to the use of research in communication practice, and its use in media industries
- investigate and apply appropriate research methods to generate useful data for decision making and action
- analyse and interpret detailed quantitative and qualitative data and communicate complex research findings in a professional and accessible manner
- analyse the implications of the use of research data in various sectors and the wider consequences of the use of personal and private data in a range of societal settings
Fee calculator
To display course fees, please select your status and program below:
We’re updating this Fee Calculator. It currently shows fees for programs only. Please check the relevant program for full fee details.
Study Abroad student tuition fees are available here.
Only some Postgraduate Coursework programs are available as Commonwealth Supported. Please check your program for specific fee information.
The Student Contribution amount displayed below is for students commencing a new program from 2021 onwards. If you are continuing in a program you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, or are commencing an Honours degree relating to an undergraduate degree you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, you may be charged a different Student Contribution amount from the amount displayed below. Please check the Student Contribution bands for continuing students here. If you are an international student, or a domestic student studying in a full fee paying place, and are continuing study that you commenced in 2025 or earlier, your fees will be available here before enrolments open for 2026.