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  • Qualification

    MClinRes - Master of Clinical Research

  • Location

    Plymouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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.

Tuition fees

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£ 20,150per year

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University information

University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

  • University League Table

    67th

  • Campus address

    Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom

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To reward outstanding achievement and to help ease concerns you may have about funding your studies, the university offers several international scholarships.

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    32nd out of 40 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 241
    162 67%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

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    100.0 100%

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  • Student satisfaction

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    2.93 73%

    34th

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