MRes Clinical Research

You should have a relevant degree at 2.2 level or above.

International applicants are required to have IELTS level 7 or above (or equivalent) with no component scoring below 6.5.

Please note that international students enrolled onto this course are not eligible to bring dependants to the UK.

Applicants with non-standard entry requirements are considered on an individual basis.

Under recognition of prior learning (RPL) you may be awarded credits for previous study or related work experience which can be credited towards the course you want to study. Find out more about RPL.

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The course enhances your career progression by developing your ability to undertake clinically relevant research and will prepare you for either a clinical research career or a PhD.

Advanced Clinical Research Designs and Analysis

Develop your understanding of conducting a meta-analysis and the statistics generated through this technique, evaluating complex interventions.

Data management in Clinical Research

You gain knowledge in statistical analysis for basic clinical and medical data, from the fundamentals to multivariate analysis.

Developing Research Projects

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to carry out primary or secondary research, and audit or evaluation projects to prepare you for your dissertation. You also cover research governance and ethics, preparing you to apply for ethical approval or release.

Dissertation and Research Article

You build on the skills you have learned previously and become a more independent learner. Enhance your employability by producing work to a publishable standard.

Introduction to Research, Ethics and Governance

You gain an understanding of ethical clinical research, exploring the concept of clinical governance and the importance of evidence. Examine data and basic analysis techniques, helping you to complete further advanced modules. You also explore the concept of mastery and studying at level 7, working with students from different courses to enable cross profession discussion and learning.

Research Methods and Analysis of Qualitative Clinical Research

You analyse qualitative data and how to present this information. Explore and contextualise the use of qualitative research methods in clinical and social care settings to assess individuals’ experience. You also focus on patient and public involvement in the design, analysis and dissemination of qualitative research.

Modules offered may vary.