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Tuition fee
5540 GBP / year
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5540 GBP / year
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Duration
4 months
Duration
4 months
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Campus location
Canterbury, United Kingdom
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Canterbury, United Kingdom
Taught in
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About

Gain a postgraduate certificate in Research Methods at Canterbury Christ Church University. The PGCert Research Methods will give you a strong foundation in advanced research design, practical application, and research project management.

Overview

Designed for those preparing for a research-based career, PhD study, or a professional role requiring evidence-based investigation, this programme in Research Methods at Canterbury Christ Church University will equip you with the tools to critically evaluate and conduct high-quality research across disciplines.

What you’ll learn

  • Develop knowledge and skills in research design, execution, and project management.
  • Evaluate the quality of research to inform decision-making in professional contexts.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within a vibrant research community.
  • Engage with seminars, workshops, and live projects to enhance employability.
  • Progress towards a PhD or research-based career with guidance from expert staff.

Whether you're seeking to progress in academia, education, healthcare, or the wider public, private, or not-for-profit sectors, this course will help you build the analytical and methodological skills employers value. With a focus on employability and career progression, you'll gain practical experience in applying research methods, supported by a strong and inclusive academic community.

You'll learn from active researchers who are leaders in their fields, benefiting from their expertise and the opportunity to collaborate within an interdisciplinary research culture.

You'll also take part in seminars and workshops that foster both professional and academic growth. This supportive environment will ensure you graduate as a confident, critically informed researcher, ready to make an impact in your chosen field or progress to doctoral study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Principles of Research
  • Managing a Research Project

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 4 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
60
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Canterbury, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
60
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
59
IELTS
6

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • A minimum of a 2:2 in a Undergraduate degree or have been awarded a Postgraduate degree.
  • Applicants who have cognate expertise may be invited for interview to ascertain suitability for the MSc.

Tuition Fees

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  • International

    Non-residents
    5540 GBP / year
    ≈ 5540 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    3205 GBP / year
    ≈ 3205 GBP / year

Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Provided by university
Grant
4800 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Care Leavers Bursary
Merit-based

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Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
300 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Bursary Awards
Merit-based

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Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
CCCU Alumni Discount
Merit-based

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Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Student Scholarship

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Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster

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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
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Amber Student
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
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Amber Scholar
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
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Go City
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
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Rapid Formations
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
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Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship

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1st Formations
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Grant
Various benefits
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European Commission
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
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12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
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