Bridging the gap in clinical research training: a qualitative study of postgraduate medical students' perceptions of good clinical practice education

Wang Xiaoyun; Zhao Yl; Li Zeyun; Xi Chen; Jia Xuedong; Lai Yaowen; Wang Jie; Xin Tian

doi:10.1080/10872981.2026.2614236

January 20, 2026Medical Education OnlineOpen Access

Bridging the gap in clinical research training: a qualitative study of postgraduate medical students' perceptions of good clinical practice education

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The study aims to identify the perceptions of postgraduate medical students regarding good clinical practice (GCP) education and its integration into the medical curriculum.
Qualitative approach to gather postgraduate medical students' perceptions.
Focus groups and interviews conducted to explore views on GCP education.
Analysis of students' comments related to competency-based training.
Students identified a significant gap in the current GCP education framework.
Highlighting the need for alignment of curriculum with emerging professional needs.
Crucial implementation limitations were noted that hinder effective GCP training.

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Qualitative study explores perceptions of GCP education in postgraduate medical students, highlighting crucial educational needs.

Abstract

This study underscores the pressing need to integrate GCP education within structured, competency-based medical curriculum. By aligning course design with learners' emerging professional needs and addressing current implementation limitations, GCP training can more effectively support the development of ethically responsible physician-investigators.

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Xiaoyun et al. (2026) studied this question.

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