Master in Drug Regulatory Disciplines

The Second-Level Master in Drug Regulatory Disciplines is offered by the University of Catania, Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences. The programme includes preclinical and clinical research, regulatory legislation, health economics and pharmacoeconomics. The hours comprise 244 hours of lectures, 956 hours of independent study and 300 hours of compulsory curricular internship. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The master lasts 12 months, is worth 60 credits and is delivered in person in Catania, with compulsory attendance of 80%. The cost is €2,356. The internship takes place at pharmaceutical companies and public institutions.

The aim is to train experts in the processes of drug development, testing, registration and pharmacovigilance, with managerial and operational skills. Career opportunities are pharmaceutical companies, regulatory bodies and public institutions, with roles in compliance, regulatory affairs and quality assurance. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.