Program Overview

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Overview of the Online Master of Science in Regulatory Science

The online Master of Science in Regulatory Science at Arizona State University provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure the safety of medical research, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for various careers focused on improving public safety.

Program Details

• The program consists of 11 classes, each lasting 7.5 weeks, and totals 33 credit hours.
• The next start date for the program is January 12, 2026.

What You'll Learn

The program focuses on maintaining compliance regulations in developing, approving, and marketing medical products. Students will learn how to apply regulations throughout the life cycle of medical products and pharmaceuticals, with an emphasis on safety, quality, and performance. Coursework covers:

• Clinical research
• Ethics
• Global regulatory affairs
• Legal concerns
• Quality systems

Career Opportunities

Regulatory scientists, regulatory affairs professionals, and those in similar roles build careers focused on ensuring the safety and effectiveness of products. Potential career examples include:

• Compliance officer
• FDA inspector
• Internal auditor
• Regulatory affairs professional
• Regulatory coordinator
• Regulatory scientist
• Quality assurance and control managers

Faculty and Accreditation

The Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation is home to world-renowned and award-winning faculty members. Faculty accomplishments include:

• 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

Application Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation. Requirements include:

• A bachelor's or master's degree from a nationally recognized, regionally accredited academic institution
• A minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or in an applicable master's degree program
• Graduate application and application fee
• Official transcripts
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume

Additional Admission Information

• An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• An interview may be required.

Courses

The program includes the following courses:

Core Courses

• Drug Discovery, Development and Regulations
• Fundamentals of Regulatory Affairs
• Global Regulatory Affairs
• Legal Aspects of Clinical Research
• Quality Assurance and Clinical Research
• Responsible Conduct of Clinical Research

Elective Courses

• Clinical Research Design and Methods
• Global Regulatory Affairs Leadership

Tuition and Fees

Students can estimate their full-time or part-time tuition fees using the tuition calculator. Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Related Programs

Students may also be interested in the following graduate programs:

• Regulatory Science – Food Safety (MS)
• Healthcare Innovation (MHI)
• Clinical Research Management – Regulatory Science (MS)
• Clinical Research Management (MS)