MSc in Clinical Research

Program Overview

The University of Warwick's online Master of Science in Clinical Research program seamlessly combines independent study with instructor-led collaborative sessions. Participants will actively participate in online group tutorials, facilitated discussion forums, interactive case studies, and reflective exercises.

Online

University of Warwick

January, May and September

24 months, 12 months, 6 months

• You must hold a 2.2. honours degree (or above) from a UK university or comparable Institution in a healthcare, or life sciences background.

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£12000

Course Type

Master's degree, Diploma, and Certificate

Modules

1) Understanding Evidence in Practice - Semester 1 PG Cert

• Introduction to evidence-based medicine

• Exploration of study design in clinical and medical research

• Designing research questions using accepted frameworks

• Refining research questions through appraisal of literature

• Assessing strengths / weakness and biases of study designs

• Ethical and regulatory frameworks of clinical research

2) Clinical Research Design - Semester 1 PG Cert

• Application of evidence-based medicine.

• Consideration of research methodologies and study designs (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed

• methods).

• Bias in research and its link to the internal and external validity standards.

• Understanding reporting guidelines for common study designs.

• Management of participants in research.

• Understanding evaluation and regulation of therapeutic agents in clinical trials.

• Data collection and data management.

• Selection of analysis techniques.

• Qualitative data analysis.

• Quantitative data analysis.

• Describing and summarising data.

• Interpretation of data.

3) Clinical Research Analysis - Semester 1 PG Cert

• Data collection and data management.

• Selection of analysis techniques.

• Qualitative data analysis.

• Quantitative data analysis.

• Describing and summarising data.

• Interpretation of data

4) Design of Clinical Trials - Semester 2 PG Diploma

• Clinical Trials: Introduction and ethics in clinical trials

• Clinical Trials: Phases, contexts and ethics

• Study protocols

• Study populations and cohorts

• Clinical Trial Design: Phase I-IV designs

• Treatment allocations

5) Management of Patient-Centred Approach - Semester 2 PG Diploma

• Ethics, privacy and safety in clinical trials

• Clinical Trial management and conduct

• Measurement of clinical trials and data capture

• Data monitoring and analysis

• Reporting of Results

• Regulatory issues in clinical trials

6) Leadership in Clinical Research - Semester 2 PG Diploma

• Effective leadership in a clinical research setting

• Organisational structures in clinical research

• Organisation behaviour and organisation culture.

• Mentorship in clinical research

• Change management in research projects

• Ethical issues in clinical leadership

7) Professional Project in Clinical Research - Semester 3 MSc

This is a 60 CATS module that will enable students to identify, understand, appraise and plan research related to clinical research. The module will cover the skills needed to identify, appraise and synthesise research evidence and develop an understanding of the implications of research for in a clinical setting. Working independently, and under limited supervision, students will then take responsibility for the direction and management of a project through to completion and submission.

The module addresses the following areas:

• Literature searching

• Formulating a research question

• Study design

• Writing a research protocol

• Presenting a research protocol

Innovative world-class study experience

Experience the unparalleled online learning environment of the part-time Master of Science in Clinical Research program at the University of Warwick. Seamlessly blending self-directed and tutor-led collaborative learning, students benefit from weekly synchronous online tutorials, interactive content, and reflective exercises. With small group sizes and dedicated support from both program management and tutors, you'll never feel isolated in your learning journey. Unlock the advantage of interactive education tailored for your success.

Who is the course aimed at?

The Master of Science in Clinical Research program at the University of Warwick warmly welcomes a diverse cohort of students worldwide. Whether you're a physician, nurse, dentist, pharmaceutical or biotechnology professional, academician, or aspiring clinical trial investigator, this program is tailored to accommodate professionals from various backgrounds.

Why the University of Warwick?

• Top 10 UK university

• 7th within the Russell Group ranking

• A global centre of academic excellence