Clinical & Epidemiological Research

Clinical and epidemiological 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, healthcare access and quality, and drugs, and devices.

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The UCSF Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics offers four education and training programs in clinical and epidemiological research.

Master's Degree in Clinical and Epidemiological Research

The Masters of Science (MS) in Clinical and Epidemiological Research is a two-year program for individuals who wish to master clinical research methods and pursue independent research careers.

Applications for the 2026-27 academic year will open November 3.

Certificate in Advanced Training in Clinical Research

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.

Applications for the 2026-27 academic year will open November 3.

One-Year Clinical Research Workshop

The One-Year Clinical Research Workshop is a 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.

Apply by the application deadline of July 10, 2026.

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 will be available by May 1, 2026

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