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Postgraduate Certificate
Lancaster University
Online
OCT-25
1 year
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Postgraduate Certificate
Lancaster University
Online
OCT-25
1 year
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This programme introduces the key principles, methods and techniques used in clinical research in modern health service settings. It will equip you with the essential skills required to effectively support healthcare research innovation.
These programmes are designed to cover the practicalities of conducting research as well as its theoretical basis. You will:
Enhance your knowledge of methodological concepts and analysis
Design research studies
Demonstrate understanding of the ethical and legislative frameworks for the management and governance of clinical research
The programmes are delivered by face-to face teaching and via online learning, which is supported by online resources. They are designed with a tiered exit structure and provide progression routes to the master's degree.
Who should apply?
The Clinical Research programme is designed for professionals working in healthcare settings who are interested in building a research career.
The programme offers a flexible pathway through study, with a tiered exit structure allowing students to exit with a PG Certificate, PG Diploma, or MSc over three years.
The MSc can also be studied full time over one year, or part time over two years.
Students need to have 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject including medicine, nursing, psychology, biological sciences or related subjects. Applicants with relevant professional experience and without a first degree should contact the Course Director. We may also consider non-standard applicants.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,530 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
Students from EU
Visa restrictions mean that the PG Certificate is only open to UK applicants.
Students from International
Visa restrictions mean that the PG Certificate is only open to UK applicants.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London
Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College)