Master of Medical Sciences in Clinical Investigation
Duration: 2 Year(s)
Harvard Medical School (HMS), Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Course TypeMaster
Course Specialty
Clinical Research
Overview
The Master of Medical Sciences in Clinical Investigation at Harvard Medical School is designed to train healthcare professionals and scientists in advanced clinical research methods. The program equips students with the skills needed to design, conduct, and analyze clinical studies that improve patient care and medical knowledge. Students receive rigorous training in epidemiology, biostatistics, clinical trial design, and translational medicine. The curriculum combines academic coursework with hands-on research experience under the mentorship of Harvard faculty and clinicians from affiliated hospitals. Participants gain exposure to cutting-edge clinical research infrastructure and collaborative research networks within Harvard’s biomedical ecosystem. The program also emphasizes ethical research practices, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based decision-making in healthcare. Graduates are well prepared to lead clinical research initiatives in academic medicine, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, and global research institutions.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
No stipend is typically provided for this master’s program.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Medical degree (MD, MBBS) or doctoral-level health professional degree
- Active involvement or interest in clinical research
- Strong academic and professional background in healthcare or biomedical sciences
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or professional resume
- English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS) if applicable
- Official academic transcripts
- Online application submission through the Harvard Medical School admissions portal
Minimum Education
MBBSPharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy)MS Clinical ResearchPhD
Admission Process:
- Submit an online application through the Harvard Medical School Master of Medical Sciences admissions portal.
- Complete the application form and select the Clinical Investigation program.
- Upload academic transcripts, CV, Statement of Purpose, and recommendation letters.
- Provide English proficiency test scores if required.
- Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee.
- Selected applicants may be invited for interviews or additional evaluation.
- Final admission decisions are communicated through the Harvard Medical School admissions portal.
