Overview

The Regulatory Affairs and Toxicology programme at University College Dublin provides students with a sophisticated understanding of how substances affect biological systems and the environment. This Master of Science degree is designed to bridge the gap between toxicological science and the legal requirements of public health protection. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, the university ensures graduates are prepared for the complexities of the modern chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

Why Regulatory Affairs and Toxicology at University College Dublin?

This programme is delivered by European Registered Toxicologists and features guest lectures from international regulatory bodies and industry leaders. It is uniquely approved for accreditation towards becoming a registered toxicologist, providing a direct pathway for professional certification. Students benefit from strong links to global partners, with opportunities to apply for competitive internships at prestigious organisations such as Pfizer, Novartis, and the Food Safety Authority of Ireland.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 29100 per year
European fee: EUR 9530 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Essential Pharmacology for the Toxicologist
Env, Food, Occup Toxicology
Medical and Forensic Toxicology
Business Reg Affairs
Experimental Tox and Risk Ass
Prof. Skills for Toxicologists
Healthcare Reg. Affairs
Regulatory Affairs
Toxicology Research Project

Careers with Regulatory Affairs and Toxicology

Graduates are equipped for diverse roles within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and medical device sectors. The curriculum prepares individuals for careers in food safety, cosmetics, and the agrichemical industry, focusing on product lifecycle management and regulatory submissions. Common career paths include roles in pharmacovigilance, safety reporting, auditing, and risk assessment. Many alumni secure positions as independent regulatory toxicologists or intelligence specialists within global healthcare companies and national regulatory authorities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essential Pharmacology for the Toxicologist

Experimental Tox and Risk Ass

Env, Food, Occup Toxicology

Skills for Toxicologists

Toxicology Research Project

Medical and Forensic Toxicolog

Adv. Healthcare Reg. Affairs

Regulatory Affairs

Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

UCD operates a rolling admissions policy for Graduate Taught Courses, with decisions being taken as soon as possible after receipt of completed applications.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

65

Schedule a PTE test!

OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Toxicology

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

65

Schedule a PTE test!

OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

The UCD MSc in Toxicology and Regulatory Affairs is designed to accommodate applicants who have successfully completed a four year primary degree programme (minimum of a 2.1 honours or equivalent) in a biological or chemical science. This includes a BSc in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Neuroscience, Physiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Medicinal Chemistry or an equivalent qualification.
An English Language qualification, which includes a minimum score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Other evidence of proficiency in English may be accepted such as the Cambridge Certificate, TOEFL or Pearson’s Test of English.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University College Dublin and/or in Ireland, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29100 EUR / year

≈ 29100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

9530 EUR / year

≈ 9530 EUR / year

Additional Details

The displayed fees are for 2024. Fees for 2025 will be updated soon.

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Regulatory Affairs and Toxicology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

On this page

About

Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Dublin

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners