Cross-sectional Survey of Medical student Attitudes to Research and Training pathways (SMART) in the UK: study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An understanding and appreciation of scientific research is a key quality of the modern clinician. Yet the Medical Schools Council has previously reported a reduction in the number of clinicians performing research. To explore the reasons for this difficulty, this multicentre, cross-sectional study aims to determine the medical student involvement and perceptions of research and research-orientated careers. It will additionally identify perceived barriers and incentives to participating in research as a student.

Methods and analysis

This cross-sectional study of medical students at UK medical schools recognised by the General Medical Council will be administered using an online questionnaire. This will be disseminated nationally over a 2-month period through colla

SUBMITTER: Roche S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8413964 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature