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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research is designed for experienced health professionals who want to formalise or build capability in clinical research. It focuses on developing practical skills to plan and implement clinical research programs and translate research findings into clinical practice. The program is aligned with industry standards and provides a pathway to further study within a nested suite of clinical research qualifications.
What you might learn
Students develop specialised competencies needed to design, plan and run clinical research projects in healthcare settings. The course builds capability in research program planning, project management and evidence-based practice implementation so graduates can contribute to improved clinical care. It also supports professional advancement for clinicians seeking roles that combine practice with research.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles in the clinical research industry and in research-focused positions within hospitals, universities and healthcare organisations. The qualification supports careers involving clinical trials coordination, research project management and evidence-based practice implementation across medical and allied health settings. It is suited to clinicians aiming to broaden into research leadership or structured clinical research pathways.
Entry requirements
Experienced medical and health professionals across a range of clinical disciplines, including biomedical, medical, nursing, allied health, health science, and social science. English language requirement: IELTS 7.0 with no band less than 7.0.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
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