Master of Clinical Research (by coursework)
Full Course Name / Course Abbreviation
Masters
Course Introduction
The Master of Clinical Research (by coursework) requires completion of 150 points of coursework and research project/minor research thesis.
50 points are achieved by completing the four subjects listed below.
- Clinical Research Context & Practice (formerly Introduction to Clinical Research Methods)
- Responsibilities and Ethics of Clinical Research
- Managing Clinical Research Projects and Teams - Day 3 & Day 4 of this subject are offered in partnership with the Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists and is available as a short course.
- Basic Clinical Research Tools (formerly Biostatistics and Epidemiology)
A further 50 or 75 points are completed through selection of elective subjects. Currently available electives are:
- Biomedical Research Management (25 points)
- Clinical Neuroscience Research: Part 1 (12.5 points)
- Clinical Neuroscience Research: Part 2 (12.5 points)
- Clinical Immunisation Research (12.5 points)
- Infectious Diseases (12.5 points)
- Applied Analysis of Clinical Trials (12.5 points)
- Good Clinical Practice (12.5 points)
- Clinical Oncology Research (12.5 points)
Note that new electives will be added and that not all subjects are offered every year.
A further 25 or 50 points are achieved through completion of a research project or minor research thesis:
- Clinical Research Project (25 points)
- Clinical Research Minor Thesis (50 points)
Course Objectives
Graduates of the Masters in Clinical Research will possess:
- A comprehensive understanding of the broad area of clinical research and issues associated with good clinical practice, ethics and regulations, as well as analytical and project and team management techniques.
- A comprehensive foundation in the methods and rationales of clinical research in a relevant clinical speciality research area.
- The ability to acquire and create knowledge in the in the area of clinical research.
- High level analytic and problem solving skills using techniques acquired during the course and independent critical thinking in their field of relevant clinical speciality
- The ability to apply theoretical knowledge in the independent design and implementation of a significant research project through to completion in a practical setting
- The ability to write scholarly papers and present their research findings in a peer environment, such as a specialist conference or seminar.
Entry Requirements
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in medicine, an allied health profession, science or social science which is recognised by the University as evidence of adequate preparation for the course plus documented evidence of at least the equivalent of one year’s full-time relevant professional work experience in a medical, scientific or allied health environment and an explanation of why the course is to be undertaken.
All students will be required to meet the English Language requirements of the University.
The course fee includes
Fees for 2008 are $2,100 per 12.5 point subject, making the total cost $25,200
The cost includes:
- All course materials and assessment
- Access to on-line databases required
- Morning and afternoon tea and lunch on each day of teaching
- Contracted supervision of research project or minor thesis
- One reference text as requested by the Subject Coordinator
Course Coordinator Details
Associate Professor Steve Farish
Delivery Dates
Please see individual subject dates for delivery dates
Course Brochure
Brochures to be updated
Application Process
Applications are managed by Student Services.