Master of Science in Regulatory Science

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Become a Leader in Regulatory Affairs

Develop expertise in advanced regulatory approval processes for global and domestic products with the online Master of Science in Regulatory Science degree. Offered by the Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs division, this rigorous program prepares you to lead regulatory strategy and compliance across industries that develop and deliver regulated products to global markets.

Your curriculum delves deeply into aspects of regulatory science, including practical applications, across:

  • Regulatory strategy and product development
  • Clinical and commercial regulatory standards
  • Quality systems and compliance management
  • Food safety and oversight frameworks
  • Inspections and regulatory readiness
  • Post-market monitoring and lifecycle management

With your Master of Science in Regulatory Science degree, you can pursue positions in the public or private sector to ensure products comply with safety and quality standards. Whether your goal is to advance within your industry, transition into regulatory affairs, or deepen your understanding of regulatory decision making, this program provides the knowledge and flexibility to support your objectives. Furthermore, you will join a supportive community of regulatory professionals advancing this field for organizations throughout the world.

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Professional Opportunities

This degree can lead to rewarding positions as a compliance and claims auditor, corporate compliance manager or director, regulatory affairs scientist, and R&D scientist. Regulatory affairs managers, another potential career path for graduates, earn $110,582 per year on average.1

100%-Online Courses

Expert faculty lead our courses with direct knowledge of how regulatory affairs are evolving. All courses are online, giving you the flexibility needed to meet your education, work, and personal commitments.

  • Introduction to Regulatory Affairs – Medical Products
  • Introduction to Regulatory Affairs – Food, Cosmetics, Alcohol, and Tobacco
  • Food And Drug Law
  • Practicum in Regulatory Science

Relevant elective course sets have been identified to help you build expertise across FDA-regulated domains, including medical and food regulations.

As a JHU graduate, you are joining an international community of leaders across regulated industries including: pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, food and agriculture, consulting, and government agencies.

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  1. “Average Regulatory Affairs Manager Salary.” PayScale. Retrieved 10 October 2023. https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Regulatory_Affairs_Manager/Salary.