Evidence Synthesis

At University College Dublin, the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027; tuition fees are 2,100 USD per year.

The Evidence Synthesis program is for professionals who need evidence synthesis for decision-making. It's a three-year, part-time program at University College Dublin, delivered online for working individuals. The program helps students enhance their skills in evidence-based practice.

Students will learn systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and clinical guidelines. The curriculum emphasizes critical appraisal of medical literature and helps students conduct independent evidence synthesis projects. This program prepares students to navigate health sciences research and apply their knowledge effectively.

Graduates can become Evidence Synthesis Specialists, Clinical Research Coordinators, or Health Policy Analysts. They'll find opportunities in pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and NGOs.

University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, founded in 1854 and situated on a spacious campus south of Dublin. Renowned for its research-intensive culture, UCD hosts more than 35,000 students from over 150 countries and offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and more. Its scale and international outlook make it an appealing destination for students seeking a research-led education in an energetic European capital region.

UCD’s academic strengths span traditional disciplines and cutting-edge fields, with robust research funding and industry partnerships that support innovation and practical learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, student support services and a wide network of international exchanges. The university also emphasizes employability through career services, internships and active alumni engagement that help graduates transition into global careers.

Campus life at UCD balances academic intensity with extracurricular engagement, including sports, cultural societies and community involvement. Accommodation, transport and welfare services are geared to support international students arriving to Dublin. Prospective applicants should review program-specific entry requirements and available scholarships, consider English language criteria, and use the university’s international office resources to plan applications and arrival logistics.