Emory University

What you'll study

The programme typically combines core coursework, elective modules and applied project work. Core topics commonly include:

• Clinical research methodologies: study design, protocol development, outcomes assessment and good clinical practice for human-subjects research.
• Biostatistics and data analysis: statistical methods for clinical data, data management, and use of software for analysis.
• Pathophysiology and foundations of disease: mechanisms of common diseases and how these inform diagnosis and treatment.
• Pharmacology and therapeutics: principles of drug action, dosing considerations and safety monitoring in clinical contexts.
• Translational medicine and evidence-based practice: how laboratory findings move into clinical trials and patient care.
• Health systems and healthcare delivery: organisation of care, quality improvement and basic aspects of health policy relevant to clinical practice.
• Ethics and regulatory affairs: research ethics, informed consent, institutional review boards and regulatory requirements for trials.

Learning formats include lectures, small-group seminars, case-based learning, laboratory or clinical shadowing (where appropriate) and a capstone or research project that applies methods to a real clinical question.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as biology, biomedical sciences, nursing, public health, psychology or another health-related field. Typical application components include official transcripts demonstrating strong academic performance, a current CV, a personal statement describing objectives and fit with the programme, and letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees. International applicants will need to meet English language proficiency requirements. Some applicants may be asked to provide standardized test scores or additional documentation depending on their academic background and the admissions review.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue a range of clinical and research-oriented roles. Common pathways include positions as clinical research coordinators or associates, clinical trials specialists, data analysts in healthcare or pharmaceutical settings, regulatory affairs associates and roles in quality improvement or clinical operations. The degree also serves as preparation for further professional or clinical training, including medical school, physician assistant programmes or doctoral research degrees, and can strengthen applications for roles within academic medical centres and industry.

Why study at Emory University

Emory offers close connections to a major academic medical centre and an extensive clinical network, providing opportunities for mentorship from clinician-scientists and exposure to ongoing clinical research. Students benefit from Emory’s research infrastructure and collaborations with specialised centres and nearby public health institutions. The programme’s location within a vibrant healthcare ecosystem supports networking, internships and applied projects that bridge classroom learning with practical experience.

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