MClinRes Clinical Research
University of Plymouth
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MClinRes - Master of Clinical Research

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Plymouth Campus

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MClinRes - Master of Clinical Research

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Interprofessional teams of clinical researchers are needed in order to bridge a transitional gap between scientific innovation and healthcare, and to optimise patient care and ensure efficiency of costs for healthcare providers. This programme provides in-depth training in qualitative and quantitative research methods and equips you with the skills to direct, develop, manage and deliver research in any clinical setting.Aligned with key Health Education England (HEE) and National Institute for ...Read more

Interprofessional teams of clinical researchers are needed in order to bridge a transitional gap between scientific innovation and healthcare, and to optimise patient care and ensure efficiency of costs for healthcare providers. This programme provides in-depth training in qualitative and quantitative research methods and equips you with the skills to direct, develop, manage and deliver research in any clinical setting.Aligned with key Health Education England (HEE) and National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) objectives: to develop clinical academics skilled in evidence-based practice with the capacity to research. Programme delivery via flexible and blended learning – experience an inclusive curriculum designed specifically for health professionals, continually developed in line with student feedback. This currently features 2–3-day face-to-face study blocks and supported distance learning.Study full-time over 1 year or part-time over 2 years.Receive mentorship and supervision from experienced clinical academic researchers. A research mentorship 'mini-module' is available.Develop a critical understanding of research.Learn advanced qualitative methods and analysis using a variety of approaches.Incorporates quantitative study designs such as RCTs and observational studies.

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50/279
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Phillip
18 Dec 25

The location is wonderful with close access to the coast and Dartmoor. I enjoy my course and find it very hands on, although it's a shame that the campus library opening hours..Read more

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Kamal
17 Dec 25

very nice..Read more

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Entry requirements

You will normally be a healthcare professional with a first degree or a related academic degree at 2:2 or above, or European first cycle equivalent. Clinicians without a degree but with appropriate experience may be eligible to apply.

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£11,700 per year

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£20,150 per year

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£20,150 per year

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The location is wonderful with close access to the coast and Dartmoor. I enjoy my course and find it very hands on, although it's a shame that the campus library opening hours...
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17 Dec 25
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The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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