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Clinical Research PgCert

Lancaster University

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Lancaster University

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    03-OCT-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

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.

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University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, England

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Lancaster's community includes people from over 100 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
The university offers wellbeing, financial, careers and visa application support for international students.
Multiple international societies help bring people together to celebrate and share culture.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Medicine

    16th out of 36 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 247
    173 70%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    3rd

    2

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