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Course Details
Course Code(s):
NM8002
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Course Start Date:
Autumn 2026
Duration:
6 Weeks
Award:
University Certificate of Study
Qualification:
NFQ Level 9 Minor Award
Faculty:
Education and Health Sciences
Course Type:
Professional/Flexible
Fees:
For Information on Fees, see section below.
Contact(s):
for more information or to be notified when applications are open.
Brief Description
Translational research bridges the gap between research and practice, helping healthcare professionals turn evidence into action.
This 12-week, Level 9 micro-credential is for Allied Health professionals who want to lead or contribute to projects that implement evidence-based change.
³Û´Ç³Ü’l±ô explore what translational research means in a healthcare setting and how to move from identifying a clinical problem to designing and applying a solution.
This module covers implementation science, comparative effectiveness research, guideline development, and participatory approaches including public and patient involvement (PPI).
Throughout the module you’ll build practical skills in research ethics, project planning and dissemination and learn how to embed knowledge translation into every stage of your inquiry.
This module is associated with Healthcare Practice - Professional Doctorate. It can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module or as part of a pathway to a larger award.
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During this module, you will:
Formulate research questions from clinical problems using translational research principles
Evaluate and apply implementation strategies to support evidence-based change in practice
Develop a research protocol using participatory approaches and prepare it for ethical approval
Build dissemination and knowledge translation into the design and delivery of your research
Key Information
This micro-credential will be delivered online over 12-weeks.
You will be assessed using continuous online assessment with no final exam.
Part-time considerations:  
Designed for working professionals  
Evening or recorded lectures  
Additional prep and group work time  
Timetable provided after registration
To help you to be successful on this course:
You must hold a recognised health-related professional qualification.
You must be a registered with a relevant professional statutory body, e.g., NIMBI, CORU, PHECC.
Guidelines for your applications:
When applying, be sure to include the Module Code NM8002. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme.
EU - €1,344
Non EU - €2,482
Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).
Other funding
Find further information on funding and scholarships.
This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:
Clinical or academic roles involving implementation science or service innovation
Research leadership or knowledge translation roles in health services or public health
Project and change management roles in healthcare organisations
Progression to further study in healthcare or research
Graduate and Professional Studies
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