Master of Science in Regulatory Science

Behind every exciting research and development initiative in the medical and pharmaceutical industry, you’ll find skilled professionals dedicated to compliance, consumer safety, and public health.

A life-changing medical device. A time-saving, on-the-go meal. A revolutionary remedy.

We live in a day of innovation—but a lot happens between idea and execution. Regulations exist at nearly every stage in R&D, from clinical trials to marketing. With advancing technology, developing consumer standards, and evolving legislation and policies, leaders with expertise in regulatory affairs have perhaps never been more important to a company or organization’s success.

Whether your goal is to help companies bring compliant products to market or to ensure consumer safety through work with a government agency, you will find plenty of opportunities in the field of regulatory science.

A Closer Look: What is Regulatory Science?

The FDA defines regulatory science as “the science of developing new tools, standards, and approaches to assess the safety, efficacy, quality, and performance of all FDA-regulated products.” Just a few examples:

• Medical devices
• Pharmaceuticals
• Veterinary products
• Diagnostics
• Cosmetics
• Food/beverage products
• Nutritionals/vitamins

Other regulatory agencies include the USDA (meats, poultry, and produce), the Environmental Protection Agency (water, pesticides), the Federal Trade Commission (advertising practices), and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

When you consider the vast number of products regulated by the government, it’s clear why regulatory science professionals are in higher demand around the globe.

Study on Your Terms

This online program is designed to offer the flexibility working professionals need while maintaining work, life, and school balance.

Johns Hopkins University, founded in 1876 and ranked seventh among national universities in 2022 by U.S. News and World Report , is a top-tier research university with campus locations in Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and committed to cultivating every student’s capacity for lifelong learning, Johns Hopkins fosters independent and original research and strives to bring the benefits of discovery to the world. The Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs division offers professional graduate degree programs for adults seeking flexibility, career advancement, and personal enrichment.