MSc Regulatory Affairs and Toxicology

University College Dublin (UCD)

Toxicology is the study of how man-made and naturally occurring substances can have adverse effects on humans, animals, plants, and the environment, and how these effects can be minimised or avoided. Regulatory Affairs is a closely related field that focuses on applying toxicology for the protection of public health in the areas of human medicines, medical devices, biotechnologies, foods, agrichemicals and cosmetics. These courses explore the important role of toxicology in modern society with particular focus on the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries.This course has been specifically developed to prepare graduates for careers in highly regulated industries including pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, foods, personal care products and chemicalsThe course is run by European Registered Toxicologists ERT, with expert guest lecturers from industry, and national and international regulatory bodiesThe course is approved for accreditation towards becoming a registered toxicologist and for CPD credits towards maintaining registered toxicologist accreditation.Internships are available with industry partners, regulatory authorities and toxicology consultantancy companiesDURATION:1 Years 2 YearsNEXT INTAKE:20242025 September

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