An Intergovernmental institution under
United Nations Treaty Series 49006 / 49007
An Intergovernmental institution under
United Nations Treaty Series 49006 / 49007
Fully online and asynchronous, designed for working professionals, and awarded by a university established by treaty between sovereign States.
Online (Asynchronous)
Study fully online, on your own schedule, at a university created by treaty between sovereign States and registered with the United Nations.
A university established by treaty between sovereign States
Faculty who include diplomats, scholars and senior practitioners
Rigorous academic oversight and quality assurance
A global alumni community across four continents
EUCLID, an intergovernmental treaty-based institution with a university mandate (United Nations Treaty Series 49006/49007), offers to select students from the general public an online PhD in Clinical and Translational Research. This program is designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers in clinical research, translational science, and academic medicine.
The EUCLID online PhD in Clinical and Translational Research is unique in that it is offered by an international intergovernmental organization with specialized expertise in global health and research. It is therefore one of the few doctoral-level programs in clinical and translational research organized by an intergovernmental institution and officially used by senior civil servants and health professionals over 4 continents.
This program offers a comprehensive competency: clinical trial design, translational biomarkers and precision medicine, drug discovery and development, regulatory science, implementation science, and patient-centered outcomes research.
The program is completed fully online and follows three stages.
Core coursework that builds advanced knowledge of the field, with readings, written assignments and faculty feedback.
Research preparation through academic writing, critical thinking and research methods, preparing you for independent work.
A final thesis or dissertation, an original research project completed under faculty supervision and assessed by academic examiners.
The translation of basic scientific discoveries into clinical applications is one of the most critical challenges in modern medicine. The gap between bench research and bedside practice remains wide, and there is a growing need for highly trained professionals who can navigate the complex pathway from laboratory discovery to patient care.
This PhD program addresses these challenges by providing advanced training in the principles and practice of clinical research, drug discovery, regulatory science, and implementation science. Students will gain expertise in designing and managing clinical trials, understanding translational biomarkers, and applying precision medicine approaches to improve patient outcomes.
The program is delivered completely online / distance format, allowing working professionals to advance their education without disrupting their careers. The EULER+EUCLID DCTR provides outstanding professional and academic preparation to its students for successful careers in clinical research, academic medicine, pharmaceutical development, and global health policy at the international, regional, national, and local levels.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Online PhD in Clinical and Translational Research, graduates will be able to:
Applicants should have a relevant Master’s degree issued by an institution listed in the UNESCO-IAU handbook/database or otherwise duly recognized/accredited. Similar or related backgrounds with adequate professional experience may be considered for Government-sponsored applicants (who are already government staff) who may be admitted without the required educational credential if their level of education and experience is deemed sufficient.
EUCLID may require these participants to complete bridge courses prior to enrolling in the program. Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required and will be tested. Students are expected to be in a position to dedicate 10 to 15 effective hours of study on a weekly basis.
Course titles open the course page in the EUCLID learning platform. The roadmap is updated automatically from the university's academic records.
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Note: to consult the current and official curriculum/list of courses from the EUCLID CMS database, please visit: EUCLID Available Degree Programs and follow the program link.
This EUCLID-EULER DCTR provides outstanding professional and academic preparation to its students for a successful career in clinical and translational research. This includes academic positions, service in clinical research organizations, pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies, think-tanks, and government health agencies.
Our alumni have been successful in securing employment and promotions in government service, international organizations, and academic institutions. The program is particularly relevant for:
EUCLID is the only intergovernmental, treaty-based university with a UN registered charter and recognized expertise in diplomacy. Join the alma mater of ambassadors and senior officials globally.
Note: if the PDF brochure is unavailable (or outdated by 2 years), please contact admissions@euclid.int
EUCLID brings together a distinguished international faculty of scholars, practitioners and senior officials. Our professors combine strong academic credentials with real-world experience in international organizations, government, the professions and civil society, and many of them serve the Global South and emerging economies.
The profiles below represent a selection of our outstanding faculty. For the full faculty roster and the professors specifically assigned to this program, please visit our Faculty Profiles Directory.
Applications are reviewed in 4 to 6 business days. Questions get an answer within 2 business days.
