Master in Clinical Trials (Online)

University College Cork is a respected research university in the heart of Cork, Ireland, with a history dating back to the mid 19th century. UCC combines a scenic campus with modern academic facilities and a welcoming student community. The university offers a broad range of programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and law, and places strong emphasis on critical thinking, creativity and a supportive learning environment.

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The Master in Clinical Trials is a 1-year online program for those who want to pursue a career in clinical trials in the pharmaceutical, medical device, or academic sectors. This program is the third and final year of a 3-year part-time Clinical Trials suite of programs.

The curriculum includes modules like Dissertation in Clinical Trials, Research Methods for Clinical Trials, and Embedding Research in Clinical Trials. Students will learn to design methodologically sound clinical trials, employ analysis methods, and write clinical trial protocols. The program is delivered online and runs for three 10-week blocks, with students accessing the program via Canvas, a virtual learning environment.

Graduates of this program can work as Clinical Trials Managers, Research Coordinators, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Trials Administrators, or Medical Writers. They can find employment in pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, hospitals, or research institutions, and work on clinical trials, research studies, or regulatory affairs.