Short Course: Social ScienceResearch Methods (SSRM)
Date: 04 May to 29 May 2026 | Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pm daily
Venue: The Papua New Guinea National Research Institute (PNGNRI), Waigani Drive, Port Moresby
About Social Science Research Methods
The Papua New Guinea National Research Institute (PNGNRI) Advanced Certificate in Social Science Research Methods (SSRM) is a three-week intensive short course. It has been developed for people who are interested in enriching their knowledge and understanding of research design, data collection and data analytical methods.
The SSRM course program consists of the following modules:
- Planning of social science research.
- Qualitative research methods in theory and in practice.
- Quantitative research methods in theory and in practice.
The SSRM course will be taught by PNGNRI researchers who have vast experience in both teaching and practising research methods.
Who should attend?
- Policy analysts, consultants and researchers; or
- Administrators, managers and bureaucrats; or
- Graduates who have research interests or are aspiring to pursue further studies.
Admission Requirements
Bachelor's degree or Diploma or equivalent in any of the social science disciplines/subjects. However, individuals from other fields of study, such as natural and physical sciences, who have an interest in social science research methods will be considered.
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee is K4,000.00, payable before enrolment on 30 April 2026.
How to Apply
- Applicants are required to download application forms from the link below this advertisement or send a request to the SSRM Coordinator via the following e-mail:
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- Submit the following documents on or before 24 April 2026:
- Completed application forms;
- A copy of the receipt of payment of the K50.00 non-refundable application processing fee;
- Certified copies of academic qualifications and transcripts; and
- Curriculum Vitae, which should include contact details of two referees.
Payment Options
The Tuition Fee and the non-refundable application processing fee are payable by: (1) direct deposit into the Institute’s bank account (Account Name: NRI COURSE; Bank: Bank South Pacific, Branch: Port Moresby, Account Number: 0000490140, BSB Code: 088-294); or (2) EFTPOS facility, which is available at the PNGNRI office.
Application Submission Method
Email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (email communications are preferable), or Postal Mail: SSRM Coordinator, National Research Institute, P.O. Box 5854, Boroko, NCD, 111, or Hand Delivered: PNG National Research Institute Office at Corner of Goro-Kaeaga Road and Waigani Drive, NCD.
Authorised by: Dr Osborne Sanida, Acting Director, PNGNRI