Clinical Research MRes/PG Cert

Our research transforms the lives of patients and practitioners. We influence national health policy and solve global challenges in patient care. Develop your skills and put them to the test on exciting health research projects at King’s. The healthcare profession depends on information gained through quality research. At King’s you can join a world-leading research environment and develop your clinical or academic research career by getting involved in the projects that interest you the most.

There are two compulsory modules on qualitative and quantitative research methods to give you the knowledge you need to work as a researcher. They cover every element of research, from the concept and design of studies, to how to carry out your project in a health environment. You will also learn how to critically appraise specialist health research. If you are following the part-time study pathway, you will typically complete the qualitative and quantitative research methods and the optional modules in the first year and the dissertation in the second and final year.

Our MRes programme is flexible, allowing for full- or part-time study. There is also the option of completing a PG Certificate in Clinical Research. New funding offered by the HEE/NIHR Pre-doctoral Clinical Academic Fellowship scheme has made this a more popular choice among students.

Career prospects:

A completed MSc will indicate to actual and potential employers that you have the abilities and characteristics required of nurses working in more advanced positions. As such, some graduates move on to more senior nursing roles, while others pursue a clinical-academic career.