Clinical Research MSc
Master
In Sheffield
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Sheffield
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Gain an in-depth understanding of the processes and techniques involved in clinical research and develop the practical skills required to plan and undertake clinical or health services research. The course takes one year full-time or two to five years part-time.
There are two routes available:
Standard route
NIHR route for Academic Clinical Fellows in Medicine and Dentistry.
Applicants may also apply using the CPD application process and start by registering for one or two modules and later transfer to a full masters programme.
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About this course
A 2:1 honours degree in a clinical subject or equivalent professional qualification and experience.
Applications for the NIHR route are only accepted from doctors and dental practitioners enrolled as Academic Clinical Fellows in the local NHS Deanery.
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Subjects
- Clinical Research
- Randomised
- Portfolio
- Systematic Review
- Critical appraisal
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Health Informatics
- Health and Illness
- Sociology
- Design and Analysis
- Health needs assessment
Course programme
Core modules
Core modules are determined by the course route followed and may include:
- Randomised Controlled Trials
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Introduction to Statistics for Clinical Research
- Clinical Research Practice or Practical Aspects of Clinical Research
- Dissertation or Research placement and portfolio
Choices include:
- Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal
- Epidemiology
- Public Health Informatics
- Sociology of Health and Illness
- Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
- Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation
Materials will be delivered in a variety of formats designed to enhance the learning experience. These include formal lectures, tutorials, small group discussions, online screencasts, videos and podcasts, alongside guided reading and case studies.
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Clinical Research MSc