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An Introduction to Health Economics
A half-day interactive session introducing key concepts of health economics in relation to clinical research. Funding available.
Online (Fixed Schedule)
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An Introduction to Knowledge Mobilisation
A half-day introductory workshop looking at how to mobilise knowledge, making sure valuable research findings don't gather dust. Funding...
In person (On Campus)
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An Introduction to Public Speaking: How to design and deliver successful speeches
This half-day course covers how to plan, design and deliver a successful speech or presentation for clinical researchers and research team...
In person (On Campus)

Basics of Practical Data Science for Health & Social Care
Learn to explore, clean, and visualise health & social care data in R programming language to support evidence-based decisions.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Bite-size Practical Project Management
This four session course covers skills, tools and techniques to help you plan and deliver clinical research projects. Funding available.
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings
Explore the diagnosis and management of chronic respiratory diseases using case studies from low resource settings.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Conducting Interviews in Qualitative Health Research
This one-day course introduces knowledge and skills required to conduct and analyse qualitative health research. Discounts...
In person (On Campus)

Data Ethics for Health and Social Care
Discover foundational concepts, engage with ethical approaches, and learn to evaluate health and social care data through an ethical lens.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Data Management Planning
A 2-hour workshop covering the basic components and creation of Data Management Plans for research projects. Funding available.
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine
Learn about the different types of data and computational methods involved in stratified healthcare and precision medicine.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Edinburgh Clinical Trial Management Course (ECTMC) 2026
This two-day course aims to develop your knowledge and skills in clinical trial management.
In person (On Campus)
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Generative AI and the Researcher
This half-day course introduces researchers to Gen AI and how it can be integrated into the research process. Funding...
Online (Fixed Schedule)
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Laboratories
This 2.5 hour course covers the importance of GCP for Labs and how to apply it in research studies. Funding available.
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE)
Learn more about the concept of dignity in health and social care and how to confidently promote dignity in practice.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Inspection Survival Guide: Being prepared for an MHRA GCP inspection
This half-day course gives an overview of the GCP inspection process in clinical research settings. Funding available.
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Introduction to Data Visualisation
Explore data visualisation in health and social care. Discover its importance, application, and design in turning data into engaging insights.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Introduction to Health Data Analytics and R
Discover health data analytics essentials with R. Unlock R's potential for AI, bioinformatics, admin, and epidemiology insights.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Natural Language Processing (NLP) 1 in R for Health and Social Care
Develop skills in cutting-edge NLP for health & social care with a critical understanding of ethical and social impacts of text data use.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Natural Language Processing (NLP) 2 in R for Health and Social Care
Continue to develop skills in cutting-edge NLP for health & social care with an insight into ethical and social impacts of text data use.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Safe Data Access: Working in Trusted Research Environments
Explore accessing sensitive health data in Trusted Research Environments using the Five Safes Framework and safe researcher principles.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Self Care and Wellbeing: A Practical Guide for Health and Social Care
Learn practical techniques to improve your wellbeing and manage your response to stress so you can care for others effectively.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Sit Less, Get Active
Do you feel like you spend too much time sitting? Learn about how to sit less and become more active.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Statistics for Healthcare Professionals – The Seven Deadly Statistical Sins
This two half-day course provides an introduction to medical statistics and builds confidence in interpreting statistical analyses and research...
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Understanding Obesity
Consider the facts and misconceptions around obesity, and the gaps in the scientific knowledge.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
