Course Summary
Our School has a wide and dynamic research portfolio extending from in silico bioinformatics, molecular laboratory investigations of disease to clinical research evaluating new therapeutic strategies.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
A nominator shall propose a candidate, and the Clinical Research Degree Committee and the Head of the School of Medicine shall support a nomination, only when they are satisfied that:
a) the candidate is appropriately qualified and has the basic skills and competencies required to embark upon an MD;
b) the proposed topic of research is appropriate for the degree and congruent with the research capacity and expertise of the entity hosting the research;
c) the resources are available to support the proposed research activity;
d) appropriate supervisors and supervisory arrangements are in place to oversee the progress of the research.
Full Academic Regulations for the programme are available at
https://hub.ucd.ie/usis/!W_HU_MENU.P_PUBLISH?p_tag=GD-DOCLAND&ID=123%2
Application Details
To apply for this programme, please ensure that you have fulfilled all the required regulations as detailed in the Academic Regulations.
Complete the MD Application Form and return this to: [email protected]
Completed applications must be accompanied by an Administration fee of €150 (non-refundable). Further details are available on the application form.
MD Application Form
For September Registration: Application deadline is 30th July
For January Registration: Application deadline is 30th November
For May Registration: Application deadline is 30th March
Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] should you require further information.
Fees
Complete the MD Application Form and return this to: [email protected]
Completed applications must be accompanied by an Administration fee of €150 (non-refundable). Further details are available on the application form.
MD Application Form
For September Registration: Application deadline is 30th July
For January Registration: Application deadline is 30th November
For May Registration: Application deadline is 30th March
Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] should you require further information.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Duration
Medicine (X967) MD Research