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MS in Regulatory Science

Behind every exciting research and development initiative in the medical and pharmaceutical industry, you’ll find skilled professionals dedicated to compliance, consumer safety, and public health.

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Degree Type:

Master of Science

Entry Terms:

Fall, Spring, and Summer

Mode of Study:

Online

Requirements:

10 courses

Time to Complete:

20 – 36 months

Tuition:

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MS in Regulatory Science Program Overview

A life-changing medical device. A time-saving, on-the-go meal. A revolutionary remedy.

We live in a day of innovation – but a lot happens between idea and execution. Regulations exist at nearly every stage in R&D, from clinical trials to marketing. With advancing technology, developing consumer standards, and evolving legislation and policies, leaders with expertise in regulatory affairs have perhaps never been more important to a company or organization’s success.

Whether your goal is to help companies bring compliant products to market or to ensure consumer safety through work with a government agency, you will find plenty of opportunities in the field of regulatory science.

A Closer Look: What is Regulatory Science?

The FDA defines regulatory science as “the science of developing new tools, standards, and approaches to assess the safety, efficacy, quality, and performance of all FDA-regulated products.”¹ Just a few examples on this list would include:

Medical devices
Pharmaceuticals
Veterinary products
Diagnostics
Cosmetics
Food/beverage products
Nutritionals/vitamins

Other regulatory agencies include the USDA (meats, poultry, and produce), the Environmental Protection Agency (water, pesticides), the Federal Trade Commission (advertising practices), and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

When you consider the vast number of products regulated by the government, it’s clear why regulatory science professionals are in higher demand around the globe.

Study on Your Terms

This online program is designed to offer the flexibility working professionals need while maintaining work, life, and school balance.

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What is Regulatory Science?

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Ethics, public health, and medicine intersect with compliance, consumer safety, and public health in regulatory science. Learn about potential career paths and the value of this master’s degree.

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Why to Pursue an MS in MS in Regulatory Science at Hopkins

Capitalize On Our D.C. Location

JHU’s location gives us access to top professionals—and a front-row seat to the latest developments in regulatory affairs. Whether you’re on campus or across the country, you’ll learn from faculty members at the forefront of their fields.

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Choose Electives to Fit Career Goals

Focus on the business side with classes such as Funding New Ventures, Marketing in a Regulated Environment, or Promotion of Biomedical Products. Or dive into the sciences with courses like Regenerative Medicine, Nanobiotechnology, or DNA Sequencing.

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Expand Your Professional Network

When you enroll at Johns Hopkins, you become part of an international community of regulatory affairs and R&D professionals who work in labs, agencies, and companies around the world.

Leverage Your Experience and Expertise

Your past experience will give you an edge in your new career. According to the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society, 88% of regulatory affairs professionals began their careers in another field.