MPS Regulatory Science at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Programme overview

The Eshelman School of Pharmacy offers a master of professional science in regulatory science. There is an increasing need for well-trained regulatory professionals who understand how regulatory science can advance pharmaceutical product development from concept to market and beyond. The M.P.S. program prepares future regulatory professionals to play a critical role in the public and private sector to ensure that pharmaceutical products are safe and effective for human use. Our program is distinctive in the balance of advanced regulatory science and critical business skills, including an internship experience that allows students to put all their skills to practice.

Faculty: UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy | Department: Regulatory Science | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chapel Hill, NC, United States

What you will study

Core courses include PHRS 700 Making Medicines; PHRS 701 Fundamentals of Regulatory Affairs; PHRS 702 Preclinical Development; PHRS 703 Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls; PHRS 704 Clinical Development; PHRS 705 Postmarketing Topics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School minimum (applies to all graduate programmes): a four-year bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) from an accredited institution completed before graduate study begins and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or better; application via the Graduate School online application with transcripts, three recommendation letters, statement of purpose and CV, plus any programme-specific tests/materials; international applicants add a TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test score; admission decisions are made by each programme.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply for a start term; fall is the main start term. Very few programmes admit new students for spring or summer terms.

Graduate applications and payment must be received by the deadline of the academic programme applied to, which varies by programme; the application closes at 11:59pm Eastern Time on the deadline date. The Graduate School recommends complete applications by December 15, 2026 for full fellowship consideration. The GRE is not required for the Master of Applied Professional Studies.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.unc.edu/admissions/instructions/

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