Validation Sciences Post Master's Certificate Postgraduate Programme By Temple University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Students have the option to complete a post-master’s curriculum in validation science in Temple’s School of Pharmacy, offered through the school’s RA and QA graduate program. 


This post-master’s certificate requires the completion of coursework focused on validation science in a global environment, combining key regulatory, scientific and analytical concepts. To apply for this 15-credit program, applicants must hold a master’s degree in a pharmacy-related field and a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences, engineering, healthcare, natural sciences or related disciplines.


Learning Objectives


Upon completion of the post-master’s certificate, students will understand 


  • the purpose, benefits, basic concepts and terminology of validation science;
  • the domestic and international regulations, guidance documents, and standards associated with validation science;
  • validation principles and concepts associated with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and other regulated industries;
  • validation principles and concepts associated with facilities, utilities, equipment, processes, test methods, cleaning, computerized systems and products;
  • documentation necessary to support validation life-cycle activities, including validation master planning; and
  • how scientific and statistical principles in the development of verification and validation requirements are used.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Students have the option to complete a post-master’s curriculum in validation science in Temple’s School of Pharmacy, offered through the school’s RA and QA graduate program. 


This post-master’s certificate requires the completion of coursework focused on validation science in a global environment, combining key regulatory, scientific and analytical concepts. To apply for this 15-credit program, applicants must hold a master’s degree in a pharmacy-related field and a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences, engineering, healthcare, natural sciences or related disciplines.


Learning Objectives


Upon completion of the post-master’s certificate, students will understand 


  • the purpose, benefits, basic concepts and terminology of validation science;
  • the domestic and international regulations, guidance documents, and standards associated with validation science;
  • validation principles and concepts associated with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and other regulated industries;
  • validation principles and concepts associated with facilities, utilities, equipment, processes, test methods, cleaning, computerized systems and products;
  • documentation necessary to support validation life-cycle activities, including validation master planning; and
  • how scientific and statistical principles in the development of verification and validation requirements are used.

Admission Requirements

Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: Applicants must hold a master's degree in a Pharmacy-related field.

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. While no specific major is required, most applicants should have a background in biological sciences, engineering, healthcare, natural sciences or related discipline.

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