Clinical and epidemiologic research is defined as any health-related research involving human beings. It aims to improve human health by identifying strategies to prevent disease and improve care for patients with diagnosed illnesses. Researchers focus on many different influences on health, including genetic and physiologic risk factors, individual-level behavior, social and environmental determinants, health care access and quality, drugs and devices.
The UCSF Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics offers four education and training programs in clinical and epidemiologic research.
Master's Degree in Clinical and Epidemiological Research
The Master in Advanced Studies (MAS) in Clinical and Epidemiologic Research is a two-year program for individuals who wish to master clinical research methods and pursue independent research careers.
Apply by May 15, 2024
Advanced Training in Clinical Research Certificate
The Advanced Training in Clinical Research (ATCR) Certificate is a one-year program for individuals who desire rigorous training in the methods and conduct of clinical research.
Apply by May 15, 2024
One-Year Clinical Research Workshop
The One-Year Clinical Research Workshop is one-year program with an online option for individuals who wish to learn the basic methods and conduct of clinical research and who may not have time to complete a formal degree-granting program or may not need a formal degree.
Summer Clinical Research Workshop
The Summer Clinical Research Workshop is a seven-week program introducing individuals to clinical research. The program includes courses that are the starting point for all clinical research training at UCSF.
Application opens May 15
Which program is right for me?
| Master’s | Certificate | 1-Year Workshop | Summer Workshop | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program length | 2 years | 1 year | 1 year | 7 weeks |
| Location | In-person at Mission Bay campus | In-person at Mission Bay campus | In-person at Mission Bay campus, hybrid or fully remote | In-person at Mission Bay campus, hybrid or fully remote |
| Degree granted | Master in Advanced Studies | Certificate | None | None |
| Application deadline | May 15, 2024 | May 15, 2024 | July 1, 2024 | July 10, 2024 |
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