Earn an MSc in Drug Regulatory Affairs Online
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MSc in Drug Regulatory Affairs – Distance Learning
Duration:
3 Semesters
Qualification Awarded:
Master of Science in Drug Regulatory Affairs
Language:
English
Mode of Study:
Distance Learning
Earn an MSc in Drug Regulatory Affairs Online
The MSc in Drug Regulatory Affairs is an international programme focusing on the regulation of medicinal, biological and biotechnological products, as well as on the regulation of medical devices and herbal medicinal products.
The programme targets individuals involved in the regulatory and legislative areas of the pharmaceutical industry, employees in healthcare and biotech companies, regulatory bodies, but also individuals who aspire for a career in the aforementioned industries. Candidates will gain comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the procedures related to the application, registration and approval of drugs and biological and biotechnological products.
This will qualify them as specialists in the entire process of drug registration from the initial stages of discovery to the final approval and post marketing surveillance. Graduates of the programme will be qualified to advise and get involved in professional groups in the development process surrounding the regulatory and statutory requirements governing drug registration.
The programme also offers the opportunity for ongoing professional development of individuals already employed in the field at a junior level. In a highly competitive global marketplace, this degree provides graduates with a competitive advantage.
Tuition and Scholarships
Scholarships
The University of Nicosia believes strongly in expanding accessibility to and affordability of higher education. Over the last decade, the University of Nicosia has awarded over €100 million euros of financial aid to students through a combination of merit scholarships, need-based scholarships and work-study programs.
Since the MSc program has a rolling admissions policy, scholarships are reviewed and awarded monthly, in conjunction with admissions decisions.
Graduate Achievement Scholarships
Type: Merit BasedAmount: up to 25%
- Eligible to apply are those with exceptional undergraduate academic records.
- The minimum level for consideration is an undergraduate GPA above 3.7 or equivalent.
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Application Process
Submit Master in Drug Regulatory Affairs Scholarship Application, including supporting documents and a personal letter to support your application for scholarship.
Graduate Advancement Scholarships
Type: Need BasedAmount: 20% to 70%
- Eligible to apply are those with financial need who can benefit from this programme.
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Application Process
Submit Master in Drug Regulatory Affairs Scholarship Application, including an income statement/ evidence of financial need and a personal letter to support your application for scholarship.
Future Leader Scholarships
Type: Experience BasedAmount: up to 25%
- Eligible to apply are students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, industry/professional contribution or community service.
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Application Process
Submit Master in Drug Regulatory Affairs Scholarship Application, including supporting documents and a personal letter to support your application for scholarship.
Industry Track Record Scholarships
Type: Experience BasedAmount: up to 25%
- Students need to demonstrate a high industry track record through personal achievement. This includes the students’ involvement and contribution in their field of expertise.
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Application Process
Submit Master in Drug Regulatory Affairs Scholarship Application, including supporting documents and a personal letter to support your application for scholarship.
UNIC Alumni Scholarship
Amount: 10%- Eligible to apply are those who graduated from the University of Nicosia with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Alumni).
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Application Process
Submit Master in Drug Regulatory Affairs Scholarship Application, including your UNIC Student ID number.
Scholarship Terms
- Scholarship applications are reviewed monthly. Applications must be submitted by the last day of the month to be eligible for that month’s review.
- Only students who have completed their programme application and have been officially accepted are eligible to submit a scholarship application.
- Students are eligible to apply for more than one type of Scholarship/Financial Aid but they will be awarded the scholarship constituting the highest amount.
- Scholarships are applied on a pro-rata basis to each course in the programme.
- The University of Nicosia reserves the right, at its sole discretion to award or not award any scholarship to any student and/or to change the number of scholarships awarded, their eligibility requirements or any other aspect of the financial aid program.
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“Regulatory affairs are integral to the registration and approval of pharmaceutical products in an increasingly demanding legislative and competitive environment. The Drug Regulatory Affairs programme from the University of Nicosia will provide the participants with a comprehensive overview of the complex regulatory landscape across all phases of the drug development process. The programme graduates will be able to contribute to the registration of safe and effective medicinal products in compliance with stringent regulatory requirements”.

“UNIC’s Master program in Drug Regulatory Affairs has given me the chance to learn from top experts in the field, understand key concepts of the Regulatory Profession and helped me stand out in the challenging and everchanging Pharmaceutical Industry sector.”

“Regulatory Affairs (RA) professionals play a critical role in the pharmaceutical industry since they are the ones responsible for a healthcare product’s lifecycle, providing strategic and operational direction and support to work within the regulations and guidelines to expedite the development and delivery of safe and effective products worldwide. The demand for RA professionals is evident across the pharma industry, consultancy companies, regulatory agencies, and clinical research organisations. The postgraduate course at the University of Nicosia offers high-quality education for people who would like to follow this career pathway. In addition, the programme is structured in such a way that it offers those already employed in this field at a junior level the opportunity for continuing professional development”.








