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Clinical Research - Academic Clinical Fellows (ACF) Framework

University of Birmingham
Degree MRresPGDipPGCert
Duration 36 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Birmingham, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Clinical Research - Academic Clinical Fellows (ACF) Framework at University of Birmingham is a MRresPGDipPGCert programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Clinical Research - Academic Clinical Fellows (ACF) Framework programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 36 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Clinical Research - Academic Clinical Fellows (ACF) Framework programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Methods (Distance Learning)\xa0OR\xa0Epidemiology Statistics and Research Methods
  2. Project Management and Research Governance

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

This masters programme is only available those students who are selected for the ACF programme. Students gaining an ACF post are required to undertake a minimum of 40 credits of set academic modules and are eligible to select modules/complete research leading to any of the above qualifications.


English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Start Date 2017-10-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 36 months