Overview

The Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance program at Temple University blends regulatory science with quality practices, teaching students how to interpret and apply the latest domestic and global regulations in their current industry career. This is a non-thesis MS program that can be completed in-person or online.

Most RA and QA students work full time, so many pursue their degree on a part-time basis, taking one or two courses per term, conveniently scheduled on weeknights or weekends. It is also possible to complete the RA and QA MS on a full-time basis by taking three courses (nine credit hours) per semester.

The program is designed so that students may earn a certificate before applying to the program. All courses earned in the certificate will count toward the master’s.

Job Prospects

Students find positions in all areas of the pharmaceutical industry, including big Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) and generic companies, biotechnology, clinical research organizations, and medical devices and packaging. Employment is also found with government agencies, including the FDA, and healthcare providers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drug Development

Quality Audit

Investigational New Drug/New Drug Application Submissions

Food and Drug Law

Good Laboratory Practices

Good Manufacturing Practices

Advanced Good Manufacturing Practices - Defining "c"

Good Clinical Practices

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

International Relations Operations and Quality Management View 235 other Masters in International Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letters of Reference

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A BS degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or a health-related discipline is required.

Statement of Goals: Describe your experience in the pharmaceutical or related industries, indicating how the RAQA MS program will help you achieve your career objectives.

Resume: Current resume or CV required.
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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

41940 USD / year

≈ 41940 USD / year
Out-of-State

41940 USD / year

≈ 41940 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

41940 USD / year

≈ 41940 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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