Clinical Trials Research

New qualification is a foundation for a career in clinical trials research

New in 2011, the Clinical Trials Research course provides students with interactive e-learning opportunities in the design, conduct and interpretation of clinical trials. 

This course is designed to provide doctors, researchers, data managers and nurse practitioners with a solid understanding of research methods and the necessary skills to design and lead clinical trials, including:

• developing trial concepts
• choosing optimal trial designs
• leading protocol development
• implementing trial protocols
• developing operational strategies for trial conduct
• collecting and critically analysing trial data
• presenting, reporting and interpreting trial results
• evaluating trial designs and methods
• leading systematic reviews and meta-analyses
• identifying funding options
• assessing patient outcomes
• identifying and interpreting issues related to health economic outcomes

Teaching is by distance, and the course is conducted only online. The courses are only offered part-time, with the option of pursuing a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or masters degree, or of studying individual units.

For more information regarding application to this Clinical Trials program, please click here