Carleton University

Overview

The MSc in Clinical Trials and Regulatory Affairs at Carleton University is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively plan, execute, and evaluate clinical research. This program emphasizes an understanding of the regulatory frameworks that govern the development and approval of medicines and health products. It is delivered in a flexible hybrid format, making it suitable for both recent graduates and working professionals looking to transition into clinical research or regulatory roles.

What you'll study

The program is structured to build competencies progressively, combining foundational knowledge with practical applications in clinical research and regulatory practices. The curriculum includes a range of core learning areas:

• Fundamentals of clinical trials and study conduct
• Regulatory requirements and compliance principles
• Biostatistics, epidemiology, and applied data analysis
• Patient safety, ethics, and responsible research methodologies
• Data management and communication within clinical research teams
• Emerging health technologies and interdisciplinary approaches

Students will also engage with various courses, including:

• Statistical Software Applications in Health Sciences
• Statistics for Health Sciences
• New Health Technologies
• Interdisciplinary Health Issues
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• Advanced Topics in Biostatistics and Epidemiology

A four-month practicum may be available for those without prior clinical trials experience, providing opportunities in research institutes, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and contract research organizations (CROs).

Entry requirements

While there are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements publicly outlined for this program, applicants are encouraged to review the university's admission criteria for any additional requirements that may apply.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Clinical Trials and Regulatory Affairs can pursue a variety of career paths in clinical research and regulatory affairs. Potential roles include clinical research associates, regulatory affairs specialists, data analysts, and project managers in pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and research institutions. The program prepares students to meet the growing demand for expertise in the regulatory landscape of health products and clinical trials.