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Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Commercialisation

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How to apply as a Domestic student

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You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience. For more information, check the admission requirements of your chosen postgraduate coursework degree or call us on 1800 88 21 21.

Closing dates for applications vary for different degrees. To check, visit the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or for online programs visit GradSchool.

Fast Facts

Duration

1 semester full-time or part-time equivalent

Locations

  • Newcastle (Callaghan)

Delivery

On-campus, Online

Study Details

Program handbook

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Assumed Knowledge

1. A recognised Diploma or a recognised Certificate and two years work experience; or ten years work experience. 2. An undergraduate degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.

Special Requirements

English Language Requirements (for International Students)

International Students: Enquire Now

How to apply
Phone: +61 2 4921 6595
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Why study innovation and commercialisation at UoN?

The Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Commercialisation (GCIC) program may be completed in a single year of study at the University of Newcastle, with the program of four courses are available fully on-line. The University's advanced online delivery platform, provided through market leader, Graduate School.Com provides flexible delivery, suitable for busy professionals. The program content draws upon the culture of innovation and commercialisation within the University of Newcastle, and would be of benefit for all professionals interested in commercialisation.

Be equipped with valuable and highly transferable skills

The Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Commercialisation is a postgraduate coursework program which will provide research commercialisation training for the next generation of researchers as a means of equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to bring research-based ideas, inventions and innovations to market. The program includes a significant amount of case study material. There are specific courses on Research and Development, Managing Intellectual Property and Organisational Behaviour as well as a choice from a Directed list of courses in disciplines such as entrepreneurship, market research and other management areas.

Students undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Commercialisation must successfully complete a total of 40 units, with 30 units of core and 10 units of a directed elective. Students may undertake studies either part-time or full-time.

Responsive teaching and real-world experiences

Core courses will expose students to practical case study material.

Fast-track your career

The Graduate Certificate provides skills and knowledge to those interested in pursing a career in the commercialisation of ideas, inventions and innovations and in the delivery of innovative research-based products and services.

Graduates will be able to transition more readily into non-academic environments, particularly into senior management roles in industry and research and development organisations. Career opportunities also exist in university commercialisation offices and smaller innovating companies.