Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Research and Publication
This MFHEA-accredited online programme (EQF Level 7, 30 ECTS) develops advanced research and academic writing skills, culminating in a peer-reviewed publication — completed in 9 months.
MFHEA-Accredited
What Is the PGCert in Academic Research and Publication?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Research and Publication (PGCert AR&P) develops advanced research and academic writing skills over 9 months. The programme guides learners toward a peer-review-ready manuscript and conference-submission-ready output. You don't just write about publishing — you co-author a real peer-reviewed article together with an EIM faculty member and present it at an academic conference, giving you a genuine, career-advancing academic credential.
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Who Will Benefit from This Programme?
This accredited higher education certificate is designed for executives, researchers, and professionals working in academic and non-academic research settings. It is ideal for those who wish to advance their career in academic research and publishing by enhancing their methodological, analytical, and scholarly writing competencies. The curriculum supports learners with relevant, ethical, and impact-driven research agendas.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers about entry requirements, duration, study mode, accreditation, fees, and the academic outcomes of the programme.
You need an MQF/EQF Level 6 degree, or a relevant MQF/EQF Level 5 award of at least 30 ECTS together with a portfolio showing at least two years of relevant work experience. You also need English language skills equivalent to an IELTS score of 7, with no element below 6.5, or a demonstrably equivalent qualification.
The programme takes 9 months full-time or up to 36 months part-time. It is structured around 30 ECTS across 3 modules of 10 ECTS each, with a total of 21 weekly study hours, including 7 contact hours, 13 self-study hours, and 1 hour of assessment.
The PGCert develops advanced research and academic writing skills across three modules: Advanced Research Methods, Development of Academic Studies, and Academic Writing and Publication. It culminates in the publication and presentation of a peer-reviewed scientific article at an academic conference, giving you a tangible, résumé-ready academic outcome.
The PGCert in Academic Research and Publication is designed for executives, researchers, and professionals working in academic and non-academic research settings. It particularly suits those who want to advance their career in academic research and publishing by strengthening their methodological, analytical, and scholarly writing competencies.
No, the programme has an annual intake every October. To secure your place in the next cohort, you apply directly via admission@eim.education.
Upon successful completion of both the PGCert in Academic Research and Publication and the PGCert in Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, you are recognised as a Lecturer in Higher Education. This qualifies you to both teach and conduct research at higher education institutions across Europe and beyond.
Yes. All modules are accredited at EQF Level 7 (MQF Level 7) by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). In addition, EIM is listed in the Research Organization Registry (ROR: 014pz6m24), which highlights its active research role alongside its formal accreditation.
Programme fees are EUR 99 per ECTS credit, giving a total of EUR 2,970 for the 30 ECTS certificate. You can pay in full at the start of the programme or in instalments at the start of each term; fees are net of any local VAT or GST, and EIM also offers support in accessing funding options such as scholarships.