Program Access FAQs
There are three programs that focus on mentored research experience coupled with program curricula and activities:
Yes, the CTSC administers three graduate level programs in clinical and translational research:
- Master of Advanced Study (M.A.S.) in Clinical Research
- Certificate in Clinical Research – an abbreviated version of the M.A.S. in
Clinical Research degree curriculum. Courses in the certificate may be eligible
for transfer into a degree program after completion. - Designated Emphasis in Translational Research (DETR) – open to UC Davis
graduate students in affiliated graduate groups
I am a scholar/fellow or director of a research training program or a clinical
fellowship program. Can I or my program trainees access your offerings?
Yes, usually, if the following criteria are met:
For course participation:
- Trainees must meet the prerequisites for the course
- Prior approval from course instructor is required as some courses have space
limitations - Course fees must be paid by trainee or trainee’s department through one of two ways:
- by registering and paying for the course(s) through the UC Davis Extension
Open Campus Program (UC Davis employees get a 20% discount) - registration through the regular campus course registration system if you
are enrolled in a UC Davis graduate program
- by registering and paying for the course(s) through the UC Davis Extension
For program activities such as Monthly Scholar Research presentations or Works in-Progress meetings:
- Prior approval from the faculty program director(s) is required
- For graduate students enrolled in the Masters in Clinical Research program -
$481/unit - For graduate students enrolled in other UC Davis graduate programs – included in
quarter tuition fees - For scholars not enrolled in a degree program - $300/unit through Open
Campus; (UC Davis employees are eligible for a 20% discount)
I'm a faculty member who plans to submit a training grant application. Can I include your offerings?
Yes! Before you submit your grant, please contact the CTSC Research Education, Training and Career Development program for help in identifying the appropriate offerings for your proposed program
Please contact the CTSC Research Education, Training and Career Development program for more information.
Mentored research training programs are open only to UC Davis affiliates. Non-UC Davis affiliates may apply to degree and certificate programs
View other UC Davis Extension Certificate Programs:
Yes! The CTSC FUTURE program is a career exploration program designed for Ph.D. graduate students and postdocs. For more information contact the CTSC Research Education program or visit the FUTURE website.