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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)
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An Introduction to Qualitative Methods in Health Research
This six-session course introduces the key principles in research design and strategy for qualitative research in healthcare. Discounts...
Online (Fixed Schedule)

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)

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)
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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Informed Consent in Clinical Research – Adults (Scotland)
A half-day course examining ethical, legal and practical aspects of consent in clinical research. Funding available.
In person (On Campus)
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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)
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Paediatric Consent - The Practicalities and Legalities in taking consent for Paediatric Trials
A half-day course discussing required considerations for informed consent in paediatric clinical research. Funding available.
In person (On Campus)
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Patient and Public Involvement in Research (PPI) Summer School
This three half-day summer school will build your confidence and skills in PPI, helping you to carry out your first PPI activity or enhance your...
Online (Fixed Schedule)

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)
Teaching in Clinical Environments
Learn how to ensure safe and effective patient care through this short course aimed at clinical...
Blended (Online and In Person)
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There's an SOP for that! A practical guide to Standard Operating Procedures
This half-day course explains the importance of SOPs in clinical research and how to write and manage them effectively. Funding available.
In person (On Campus)
