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Overview
The Preparation and Set-up for a Clinical Trial course from the University of Birmingham aims to provide students with an understanding of the procedural and logistical considerations when setting up a trial.
It will identify the roles and responsibilities of key players and will describe the processes to be conducted to ensure compliance with research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Key facts
Students will be exposed to current issues in the set-up of trials, and will explore, through real world examples, effective solutions and approaches to trial set-up. The module will include lectures, facilitated discussion and student presentation, and workshops will be incorporated through which students will develop the skills key to successful and efficient planning.
Programme Structure
By the end of the course you should be able to:- Defend the requirement for a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach to developing and setting-up a trial
- Construct plans detailing the resource requirements for a trial, and allocate costs in compliance with established funding frameworks
- Develop trial plans, including risk assessment and mitigation; and implement systems required to operationalize and effectively manage recruitment, data and participant safety
- Examine the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the delivery of a trial, and plan appropriate oversight
- Summarise the ethical and regulatory approval process for different types of trials in the UK
- Design essential trial documents needed for the efficient running of a trial, with consideration of different trial types and different trial participants
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 10 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
English
Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 444 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- An interest in evidence-based practice
- 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in a health or life sciences related subject (for example, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, psychology, health sciences), medical statistics or health economics
- Individuals not meeting the above requirement who have equivalent relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3490 GBP / full≈ 3490 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1211 GBP / full≈ 1211 GBP / full
Additional Details
- Non-credit: £1,011.20
Living costs
Birmingham
United Kingdom
765 - 1134 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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