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Clinical Research & Trials

MSc in Diagnostics and Precision Medicine

Dublin City University (DCU) Postgraduate (L9) Blended

Career prospects

Graduates will find employment in industry, clinical, healthcare and academic environments. This includes the diagnostics and biopharmaceutical industries, life science and clinical trials companies, as well as academic research centres.

Entry requirements

A primary degree that equates to an NFQ Level 8 Second-Class Honours, Grade 1 Award (H2.1) in a Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Medical or Chemical discipline. In addition, candidates who hold a primary degree (NFQ Level 8), with a Second-Class Honours, Grade 2 Award (H2.2) in one of the relevant degrees and with industrial experience will be considered.

Where this leads
Clinical Research & Trials

Running clinical trials to GCP — clinical operations, trial management, monitoring and clinical data.

€38,000–€40,000 (Junior CRA) → €45,000–€55,000 (CRA) → €55,000–€65,000 (Senior CRA) → €65,000–€75,000 (Clinical Trials Manager)
Source: Life Science Recruitment 2026, cross-validated against Morgan McKinley Ireland 2026 for the CRA band
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Course facts

LevelPostgraduate (L9)
Study modePart-time / Flexible
Duration1 Year Full Time & 2-4 Years Part Time
FeePaid
LocationGlasnevin
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