- Apply their knowledge at the leading edge of patient focused clinical research
- Appraise, evaluate and enhance clinical research protocols, ensuring the highest quality research outputs.
- Collaborate with patients, academic partners and industry to complete clinical research programmes.
- Commit to continuous lifelong learning and further diffusion of their clinical research expertise.
- Design methodologically robust and statistically valid clinical research protocols
- Lead programmes of clinical research that comply with the highest national and international legal, regulatory and scientific standards.
- Possess excellent communication and presentation skills, appropriate to the multidisciplinary clinical research environment.
- Understand clinical trial regulations and appreciate the importance, practical use and evolution of these regulations.
This course is available through the following application route(s)
The MSc in Clinical and Translational Research aims to train the next generation of investigators who will lead cutting edge clinical research into the future. We value high quality clinical research as the means to ensure novel interventions are developed to improve patients’ lives. We deliver our programme in class with some on-line learning followed by time in an active Clinical Research Centre, thereby ensuring students are taught by and gain experience alongside expert staff and internationally renowned investigators.
A comprehensive programme of hands on practical experience is a core element of the course, complementing online and classroom based learning. Student assessment is focused on evaluating practical as well as theoretical skills and knowledge. This unique learning environment exposes students to high quality clinical research.
- Equips participants with the knowledge, skills and competencies to allow them to complete programmes of clinical investigation and translational research.
- Develops core research competencies and clinical and translational research principles.
- Instructs students in the principles and practice of clinical trials, the development of novel technologies, and critical appraisal skills.
- Students are taught and assessed on the UCD campus and in our Clinical Research Centres, ensuring students have the opportunity to develop practical, employment relevant skills.
- Includes input from industry partners and opportunities for industry interaction. Here you will gain an understanding of clinical research in companies from the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and clinical research industry.
- Positions graduates to progress with a research career
About This Course
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
| Trimester | Credits | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Year 1 Core Modules: |
MDCS41630 | Clinical & Translational Research | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Year 1 Core Modules: |
MDCS41950 | Biostatistics and Data Managem | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Year 1 Core Modules: |
MDCS41890 | Principles of Lab Medicine | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of: Year 1 Core Modules: |
MDCS41900 | Clinical Protocol Development | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 0 of: Year 2 Core Modules |
MDCS41640 | Clinical Trials | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 0 of: Year 2 Core Modules |
MDCS41940 | Clinical Trial Management | Autumn and Spring (separate) | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 0 of: Year 2 Core Modules |
MDCS41880 | Clinical Research Project | Spring and Summer (separate) | 30 |
“I gained a great amount of theoretical knowledge about clinical trials, statistical and data management which is really useful to us as medical students. What’s more, we developed a new way of thinking. As future doctors, we can integrate research and clinical work which means that we can design a relevant clinical trial when we come across some critical problems in the future.”
Student Feedback
MSc Clinical & Translational Research Part-Time (X427) Part Time
EU Year 1 - € 5750
nonEU Year 1 - € 14550
EU Year 2 - € 5750 aa
nonEU Year 2 - € 14550 aa
aaSecond Year Fee applies to Students in 2nd Year in 2024 and who were a 1st Year Student on the programme in 2023/24
***Fees are subject to change
EU Year 1 - € 5750
nonEU Year 1 - € 14550
EU Year 2 - € 5750 aa
nonEU Year 2 - € 14550 aa
aaSecond Year Fee applies to Students in 2nd Year in 2024 and who were a 1st Year Student on the programme in 2023/24
***Fees are subject to change
- Applicants must possess a Level 8 degree or equivalent in any relevant discipline
- Applicants will be assessed for entry to the programme based on undergraduate performance and final degree award
- Subject to a large volume applicants meeting the essential and preferred criteria, random selection may apply
- Applicants may be asked to participate in an Interview
- Subject to availability, consideration will be given to graduates of non- science degrees who have subsequent postgraduate experience
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
How to Apply
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to MSc Clinical & Translational Research Part-Time:
| ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | X427 MSc Clinical & Translational Research Part-Time Master of Science |
Part-Time Commencing 2024/2025 September |
Graduate Taught | Apply |
* you can change options at the top of the page