Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance Western University - Canada

Overview

The Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance M.Sc. at Western University - Canada provides students with advanced training in the monitoring and assessment of pharmaceutical safety. This intensive three-term programme is hosted by the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. It combines rigorous academic coursework with practical experience to prepare graduates for critical roles in the healthcare and regulatory sectors.

The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between clinical practice and drug safety regulation. Students engage in a major research project that spans the entire academic year, allowing for deep exploration of specific safety issues under expert faculty supervision.

Why Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance at Western University - Canada?

Choosing this programme means studying at a premier research-intensive institution with strong ties to the London Health Science Centre. The university offers a unique interdisciplinary environment through the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, providing access to world-class faculty and clinical resources. The programme's structure, which includes both a major research project and a full-term practicum, offers a level of practical immersion that is highly valued in the pharmaceutical industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 14186 per semester
• National fee: CAD 7334 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured as a course-based master's degree that integrates academic learning with a year-long research initiative. Modules and components may include:

• Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance
• Major Research Project
• Practicum
• Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Statistics

Careers with Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance

Graduates are well-equipped for specialised roles in the global pharmaceutical industry, regulatory agencies, and public health organisations. The programme prepares individuals for careers focused on drug safety assessment, risk management, and the monitoring of adverse drug reactions. Many graduates find opportunities within government health departments, clinical research organisations, and hospital pharmacy systems, where they apply their expertise to improve patient safety and medication policy.