London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, University of London · Distance learning
Clinical Trials (by Distance Learning)
From managing heart failure to supporting people with HIV, clinical trials make a difference to communities across the globe. Discover our research in this area and learn to carry out trials effectively. Study Clinical Trials and develop the skills to save liv…
Postgraduate3 yearsDistance learning
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From managing heart failure to supporting people with HIV, clinical trials make a difference to communities across the globe. Discover our research in this area and learn to carry out trials effectively. Study Clinical Trials and develop the skills to save lives and shape the future of health. We were one of first universities in the UK to create a distance learning programme focused on clinical trials. With extensive expertise in this area and academics in every corner of the globe, we’ll share best practices for carrying out research that tests drugs, comparing alternative treatments, and using cutting-edge methods. Your award will depend on the number of modules you complete. We offer this distance learning programme as a PG Certificate, PG Diploma and MSc. What you will learn: - Explore the issues involved in the design, conduct, analysis and interpretation of randomised controlled trials of health interventions - Understand what happens before a trial – review the literature to see what’s been done before and whether it’s reliable - Practice reporting your findings in a way that is transparent, accurate and helps others apply your results to the real world - Become confident handling statistics for clinical trials - Pick optional modules to expand your interests in this area or choose topics from other areas of specialism in the School - Develop the skills you need to excel in your clinical trials career and make a difference to people’s lives globally. Please note: applications for the 2026/27 academic year are expected to open in November 2025. This information relates to 2025/26 academic year and will be updated in due course.
Getting in
As the university states it
All applicants are required to have: - either a first or second class honours degree, or the equivalent, from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London, in a subject appropriate to the course; OR - an appropriate professional or technical qualification, together with at least three years’ relevant experience, which satisfies the University as a qualification equivalent to a second class honours degree. All applications in this category will be considered on an individual basis. Qualifications from around the world are accepted; for further guidance please see the University of London's qualifications for entrance. Students who do not satisfy the entrance requirements may still be admitted at the discretion of LSHTM on the basis of their academic qualifications, work experience and references. Please visit our website for full entry requirements for the Clinical Trials (Distance Learning) programme, including English Language requirements if English is not your first language.
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