PhD Clinical and Translational Science at West Virginia University

Programme overview

Clinical and Translational Science is a high priority for the National Institute of Health (NIH). Clinical research encompasses the following research areas: 1) Research with human subjects that attempts to determine disease mechanisms, therapies, clinical trials and new techniques; 2) Epidemiology & Behavioral research and 3) Outcomes research. Translational research, sometimes referred to as "bench to bedside to community," is a concept beginning in the laboratory developing and testing interventions impacting human health, taking that information into trial studies on human subjects and finally, determining best practices for community health.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Duration: 86 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes Epidemiology for Public Health, Principles of Clinical Trials, Foundations of Scientific Integrity, Clinical Research: Ethics and Regulatory Aspects, Scientific Manuscript Writing and Publishing. Programme/major requirements total 86 credit hours.

Career pathways

Already completed graduate work (at the master or doctoral level) Other biomedical professionals seeking expertise in and preparation for careers in clinical and translational research (e.g. degree may be found at the program web http://wvctsi.org/programs/education-mentoring-career-development/phd-in-clinical-translational-science/ Typically, M.S.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Masters of Science in Clinical and Translational Science The M.S. in Clinical and Translational Science is targeted to faculty, medical residents, fellows, clinicians, and scientists with health-related professional degrees, those seeking a dual degree (such as MD/MS or PhD/MS), or health professional students. Prospective students must have an earned bachelor's degree from an accredited university with an overall GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants for the M.S. in Clinical and Translational Science must : Submit WVU Graduate application for admission, found at http://admissions.wvu.edu/how-to-apply . All applications should be dated, completed, and received by the department by the dates below. The application deadline for Fall semester is July 1 The application deadline for Spring semester is December 1 The application deadline for Summer semester is April 1 Make sure to upload all required information listed below. Official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended. TOEFL scores, if applicable (may be waived in some circumstances) A personal statement outlining past accomplishments (with an emphasis on research, future research interests, and a clear career vision of how becoming a clinical/translational researcher is part of a long-term career plan) Three letters of recommendation that evaluate potential as a clinician scientist A list of potential research mentors A Curriculum Vitae or resume For faculty applicants, a support letter from the Department...

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are made through the WVU online graduate application with a $75 application fee; minimum cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission, and some programmes require higher.

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