Degree Partners

The UCSD master's degree in Clinical Research represents a collaborative effort between UCSD Extended Studies and Public Programs, which administers the program and provides student advising, and the Department of Medicine in the UCSD School of Medicine, which manages the curriculum.

UCSD School of Medicine

The National Research Council ranks UCSD 10th in the nation in the quality of its faculty and graduate programs. Within the University, the School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked academic institutions devoted to medical research, education, and health care services. UCSD Healthcare is known as a center for leading edge medicine and outstanding clinical programs.  Its physicians and researchers have been lauded with numerous awards and honors, including the Nobel Prize, Lasker Award and the membership of over 80 faculty members in the National Academy of Sciences and Institute of Medicine. Furthermore, the Clinical Investigative Institute in the UCSD School of Medicine is an important resource and facilitator for the master's degree program in Clinical Research.

UCSD Extended Studies and Public Programs

In addition to research and degree work, UCSD is home to one of the most diverse continuing education programs in the world: UCSD Extended Studies and Public Programs provides critical support for workforce development to San Diego and other partnering organizations. It addresses the lifelong knowledge and skill development needs of individuals, organizations and the community. Every area of study, from biotechnology and the arts, to foreign languages and healthcare, evolves with the community. Courses are refined as the workplace changes and as new ideas and technologies arise.