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MD/Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

A dual degree for medical students combining the MD with a Master of Science in Clinical Research, preparing graduates for academic, pharmaceutical or biotechnology clinical research careers.

Faculty: Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine  |  Department: Clinical Research (MSCR)  |  Duration: Five-year, full-time experience (accommodations possible)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

10 units count from designated MD courses; remaining 22 units include Designing Clinical Research Studies, Biostatistics with Computing, Regulatory and Compliance Issues, Management of Clinical Trials, Seminar in Clinical Research, a 240-hour Practicum and a Capstone Project involving data analysis.

Career pathways

Careers in medicine and clinical research in academic, pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All medical students accepted to the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine may apply. Applications are submitted to the MD/MSCR program director before February 15 of the third year of medical school. Students must maintain at least 3.0 GPA in GMS CR courses once enrolled.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD and MFA applicants can only apply for the fall semester.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD Fall 2027 application deadlines fall between December 1 and January 15 depending on the programme (for example Biostatistics and Computer Science December 1; Biology and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry December 2; Chemistry, Physics, Economics, History, Linguistics and Political Science December 15; English and Mathematics January 11; Classical Studies, Philosophy, Earth & Environment and History of Art & Architecture January 15). Applications close at 11:59pm Boston time on the deadline.

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