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Clinical Research and Evidence-Based Medicine PGCert

Clinical Research and Evidence-Based Medicine PGCert

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Medicine (General) Research Methods (Science)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course overview

As a doctor this postgraduate award develops your knowledge and skills in evidence-based medicine and clinical research.

You develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to perform evidence-based medicine and clinical research, which is relevant to all specialist areas of practice. It also enhances your commitment to lifelong learning, encouraging you to develop an inquisitive approach to clinical practice.

We take a flexible approach to course delivery. You can take this one-year course either by attending classes, by distance learning (no attendance required) or by flexible learning (a combination of some attendance and some distance learning). On successful completion of this award you can choose to progress onto an MCh or MSc.

How you learn

You can choose to study all modules by attending classes, distance learning or a combination of both. Attendance learning includes key lectures, group discussions group seminars, practical activities, computer lab work and individual tutorial support. Distance learning is supported electronically through the virtual learning environment and includes written learning materials, narrated PowerPoint presentations, interactive learning materials, electronic discussion forms and email or Skype tutorial support.

How you are assessed

We use a range of learning and teaching methods throughout including a written report, statistical analysis and a research proposal.

Career opportunities

This award supports your career progression by giving you the knowledge and skills to undertake research and to become an evidence-based practitioner.

Modules

You gain the knowledge and skills you need to design and manage a primary or secondary research audit or evaluation project that's relevant to your practice. You also cover research governance and ethics, and prepare for applying for ethical approval or release. And we prepare you for your dissertation if you choose to progress to the master's course.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£6,750

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

To be confirmed

Entry requirements

You must hold a recognised medical degree and must be currently working as a medical doctor within any specialist area of practice.

University information

Teesside University Middlesbrough is a friendly, modern university located in the heart of North East England. It has a large and vibrant campus, home to more than 22,000 students and includes a community of over 8,000 postgraduates. The university offers a broad portfolio of postgraduate programmes including taught and research degree, as well as continued professional development courses and short courses in a variety of subject areas. It...more

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