We constantly assess our courses in order to improve the learning method. Course evaluation is useful for us, and also for prospective students who are deciding whether to take part.
The evaluation asks students what they would tell future students about the course, to help them decide whether to take it. A selection of the replies is published below.
It is better if you have more time available during the week to read all the material on the website.
This is the best opportunity to start understanding, in a very proper way, the true meaning of clinical trials and their importance in clinical practice.
This is a demanding course. Be prepared to read a lot of material and to do some literature search yourself. Do not rely only on the classes, and make sure you have a large period to study. It is a unique opportunity to gain a deep understanding of clinical research, and the faculty is very distinguished.
Even if you do not want to be a full time researcher, knowing how to read and interpret scientific papers is crucial to practise medicine properly today. I see this course as a life changing experience for any physician.
It needs a lot of time. Do not do it if you want to spend only time in class. You have to master spoken English to fully enjoy it. The staff is really good and will do anything to help you, if you dedicate yourself to the course.
It helped me to gain a good understanding of statistical analysis and to acquire the know how to write an article for a high impact journal.
Students who are taking a course can submit module feedback through the course module evaluation.
Compare this feedback with the testimonials, review the course list, then complete the registration form when you are ready.
Sources for further reading: the EQUATOR Network and the Cochrane Library publish guidance on reporting and reviewing clinical research.
Authoritative external resources for readers who want to go further into clinical research methods, reporting and education.
