This program focuses on maintaining compliance regulations in developing, approving and marketing medical products. You’ll learn how to apply regulations throughout the life cycle of medical products and pharmaceuticals with an emphasis on safety, quality and performance. Coursework in the online regulatory science degree covers:
- Clinical research.
- Ethics.
- Global regulatory affairs.
- Legal concerns.
- Quality systems.
Additionally, you can collaborate with peers studying clinical research management in certain courses to gain exposure to this related field and build relevant interpersonal abilities.
What do regulatory scientists do?
Regulatory scientists, regulatory affairs professionals and those in similar roles build careers focused on ensuring the safety and effectiveness of products.
Regulatory professionals are responsible for ensuring compliance with the high standards put in place by the Food and Drug Administration and similar agencies. While the efficacy and safety of medical end products are important, so is the alignment with rules related to development, testing, distribution and advertising.
Regulatory scientists build careers in many industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical research and medical devices. By obtaining a regulatory science master’s, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this industry and advance your career.
Who's a good candidate for this program?
This regulatory science master’s is a great fit for professionals who are interested in the regulation of medical products from discovery to market approval to post-market. This includes the regulation of new drugs, biologics, gene therapy, cell therapy and related medical research or devices.
The ideal candidate for this program has a background in pharmaceuticals, health science, health compliance, nursing or research. However, past regulatory science experience isn’t a strict requirement. Instead, a desire to support the health and safety of others is a key passion for students in this program and professionals in the field.
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Arizona State University’s online Master of Science in regulatory science provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure the safety of medical research, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a variety of careers focused on improving safety for the general public.
Courses in this program prepare you to assess the safety of medical products as overseen by various regulatory agencies. You’ll learn about clinical trial procedures and regulations, project management, data analysis, clinical research operations and more. Upon completion, you’ll have a holistic understanding of the regulatory affairs environment.
The Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation is the home to world-renowned and award-winning faculty members. Our faculty’s accomplishments include, but aren’t limited to:
- Fulbright Senior Scholar.
- Highly credentialed experts with doctoral degrees and professional certifications in regulatory affairs.
- Industry leaders in pharmaceutical companies and on executive boards.
- National faculty nursing awards.
- Rosalynn Carter National Leadership Award in Caregiving.
- Ruth B. Freeman Award from the American Public Health Association.
ASU’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation provides a world-class education to students across various health disciplines. We distinguish ourselves by delivering excellent programs and challenging courses led by high-quality instructors.
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Applicants to the Master of Science in regulatory science must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a nationally recognized, regionally accredited academic institution.
Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program. Alternatively, applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- Graduate application and application fee.
- Official transcripts.
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.
An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
An interview may be required.
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”