Graduate Diploma
The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research is a two-year course for experienced medical professionals who want to want to build a career in clinical research.
Designed for health professionals from a range of clinical disciplines, including biomedical, medical, nursing, allied health, health science and social science, this program is suited to those either already involved in research and seeking to formalise their skills, or those wanting to start a career in the field.
You'll gain the skills you need to plan and implement a clinical research program, learn to translate your research into clinical practice and build a career on the frontiers of health care.
The Graduate Diploma builds on the fundamentals of clinical research methodology and ethical responsibilities explored in the Graduate Certificate. You'll learn how apply your research through project management and knowledge translation.
You will have the opportunity to undertake advanced study in an elective stream (25 credit points) of your choice. Streams include: clinical trial design, clinical neuroscience and imaging, eHealth and bioinformatics or a small research project in an area of interest.
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The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research is driven by industry needs and highly regarded by employers. The specialist knowledge developed through the course will expand your career prospects and put you at the heart of opportunities in healthcare.
You may choose to progress to the Master of Clinical Research, which can also be a pathway to your PhD - it satisfies the 25-point research credit to PhD admission.
It takes about 20 minutes to complete the form using the online application system.
You can save your work in progress and complete the application at a later date.