Master of Clinical Research
Course code: N01AA
February
AUD $33,984 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
February
AUD $44,000 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 7.0: with no band less than 7.0
Course overview
Overview
- Gain specialised expertise in clinical research methodologies and practices
- Develop skills to plan, implement, and translate clinical research into practice
- Designed for medical and health professionals across various disciplines
The Master of Clinical Research is the University of Melbourne's premier course for medical and health professionals and researchers who want to build a career in clinical research. Designed for professionals from a range of clinical disciplines, including biomedical, medical, nursing, allied health, health science, and social science, this program caters to those looking to formalise their existing research skills or embark on a new career in clinical research.
Gain hands-on experience while learning from expert educators. Located in the heart of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, the Clinical Research program will place you at the heart of a world-class medical and health precinct, giving you the opportunity to learn from leading researchers and academics in the field and access to our extensive network of health and research institutes, and national and international industry partners.
Delivered by leading research and education experts in the clinical research field and leveraging the extensive expertise within the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct network, this program stands at the cutting edge of clinical research training. Internship providers and research supervisors represent the breadth of roles in clinical research, including researchers, clinical research professionals, project managers, ethics specialists, data managers, and governance experts.
Who is the Master of Clinical Research for?
This program is designed for medical and health professionals and researchers from various disciplines, including biomedical, medical, nursing, allied health, health science, and social science, who are looking to formalise their existing research skills or embark on a new career in clinical research.
International students are welcome to study this course. However, please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia, as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and is not registered with CRICOS.
Why study the Master of Clinical Research?
The Master of Clinical Research will equip you with specialised expertise in clinical research methodologies and practices, enabling you to plan and implement a clinical research program, project manage, and translate your research into clinical practice. This program provides a pathway to accelerate your career within clinical research or industry, offering opportunities for hands-on experience through research projects or industry placements with our world-class partners.
Courses related to the Master of Clinical Research
The Master of Clinical Research is part of a highly flexible nested suite of courses, designed for you to study to the level that suits your learning and career goals. You can progress from the one-year Graduate Certificate to the Master's, or enrol directly in the Master's and exit early with a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research or Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research.
Upcoming Information Session
When: Thursday 17 September 2026, 5:30pm to 6:30pm AEST
Join us for an online session to learn more about our Master of Clinical Research. This program provides a unique combination of advanced training and practical experience, with:
- Industry placements to apply research in real-world settings
- Future career pathways in clinical and health research
- Opportunities for PhD progression
- A diverse cohort, bringing together health professionals and participants from a wide range of professional backgrounds, enriching collaboration and networking
This is an excellent opportunity to explore how postgraduate training can strengthen your professional impact, build new collaborations, and open doors to future career pathways in clinical and health research.
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