Overview
The MSc in Clinical Trials is a part-time programme delivered wholly online and runs for three 10-week blocks beginning in late September.
Programme Requirements
For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.
Programme Requirements
Module List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| |
| EH6131 | Dissertation in Clinical Trials | 15 |
| EH6134 | Research Methods for Clinical Trials | 10 |
| EH6135 | Embedding Research in Clinical Trials | 5 |
| Total Credits | 30 |
Examinations
Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Learning Outcomes for MSc in Clinical Trials (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
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Design methodologically sound clinical trials;
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Employ the appropriate analysis methods with confidence and expertise;
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Write a clinical trial protocol and/or ethics application;
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Lead a clinical trial that complies with the highest ethical, legal, regulatory and scientific standards;
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Critically evaluate a published clinical trial;
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6
Embed primary methodological research in clinical trials;
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Scrutinise new information in critical, evaluative and analytical ways.
