Overview

This critical need for individuals who are able to conduct credible patient-based research within stringent ethical and regulatory guidelines continues to grow.

Quick Facts:

Current estimates point to the need for more than 50,000 qualified clinical investigators for industry-sponsored drug development in the United States alone. Furthermore, San Diego is one of the most advanced centers in the world for biotechnology and clinical research. The Clinical Research degree from the University of California, San Diego requires 40 quarter units of study that can be completed in 12, 18, or 24 months. Students are admitted to the program with a summer quarter start (July).
Courses are taught at the UCSD Extension building at University City Center. Please visit their site for maps and transportation information.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biostatistics
Data Management/Informatics
Epidemiology
Translational Research Fundamentals
Health Services Research
Patient-Oriented Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

40 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose: Your statement of purpose should explain your reasons for choosing the MAS in Clinical Research, what you hope to achieve, and how your previous experience has set you up to succeed in this program.
Original Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation required, including at least one from a relevant employer. Enter the names and emails of your three recommenders into your application.
Unofficial copies of academic records from all post-secondary institutions attended need to be uploaded into the application for review. Students should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Official Transcripts will be required if admitted to the program.
Current resume or C.V.

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Tuition Fee

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International

29118 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29118 USD per year during 12 months.
National

29118 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29118 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

14016 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 14016 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

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