Welcome Letter

Thank you for your interest in the Master of Arts in Clinical Investigation (MACI) at Boston University School of Medicine.

We are excited about our program which began in the Fall 2001. The MACI program teaches students the scientific fundamentals of human research. Courses in our curriculum provide an in-depth look at all of the key elements in clinical investigation: trial design, trial management, biostatistics, ethical issues, and clinical research regulations. Other courses cover how basic science discoveries translate into clinical investigation and new therapies. The total course requirement is 32 credit hours: 18 hours are required curriculum; 14 hours are elective courses. Students will also complete a research "practicum," a hands-on involvement in a clinical research project under a scientific mentor. The final requirement for the degree is to conduct clinical research and then write and present your research thesis.

Who is this program designed for? The program is designed for anyone interested in a career in clinical research. This includes those with M.D. or Ph.D. degrees interested in becoming independent investigators, as well as those with bachelors or masters degrees who seek advancement in a research career in industry or academic settings. The field of human research is growing rapidly and funding for clinical research is increasing! The MA degree in Clinical Investigation, awarded by the Boston University School of Medicine, will prepare you for a successful career in this growing field.

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your application.

Sincerely,

Thomas J. Moore, M.D.
Co-Director
Associate Provost, Medical Campus

Susan S. Fish, PharmD, MPH
Co-Director
Professor, Epidemiology & Biostatistics

For more information please email maci@bu.edu or call Linda Zimmerman at 617-638-5704

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