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MSc Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

The MSc in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance is a degree awarded to students who successfully complete a one-year course-based program. The program also includes a major research project (MRP) that runs across the year under the supervision of a faculty member. Another requirement of the program will be a placement at a facility at Western University and the London Health Science Centre (LHSC) for full term (practicum). The program is hosted by the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, the University of Western Ontario.

Faculty: Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry  |  Duration: 3 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Project-based programme, full-time, 3 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Both health related education and health related experience are important eligibility criteria. We are interested in candidates with the following profiles: Individual who has earned at least a four-year undergraduate degree in a health-related field (from a recognized Canadian university or college or equivalent). Registered or licensed health practitioner who has earned at least a four-year undergraduate health degree (from a recognized Canadian university or college or equivalent) and at least two years of healthcare related work experience (i.g., medical residents post PGY2). Professionals from public health sector who has earned at least a four-year undergraduate degree (from a recognized Canadian university or college or equivalent) and at least two years of work experience in public health or public health policy. All candidates must also meet the following admission criteria: Must have a minimum average of B+ (78% or higher) on the last 10 full courses or 20 half-courses completed (approximately 2 years of full-time study); Successfully completed an undergraduate statistics course with a 75% (Canadian equivalency); and. Proof of registration or licensure from relevant regulatory organization if applying as a health practitioner. Interviews in person or via teleconference may also be conducted to ensure fit between the student and the rigorous academic program.

Graduate programmes charge Fall, Winter and Summer terms; Ivey MBA Direct has a July intake, the Accelerated MBA a November intake, and the Executive MBA September and February intakes. Deadlines and intake terms vary by programme.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. Applications are made through Western's online graduate application. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes; $290 for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MSc OT) and Physical Therapy (MPT); $150 for Ivey MBA and Ivey MSc; $350 for Orthodontics.

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