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Thesis-Based Degree Programs| Master of Science, Non-Thesis Options

Master of Science, Non-Thesis Options

Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA)

Pharmaceutics (Non-thesis Option)

Note: Over ninety percent of students in the program are professionals employed in the pharmaceutical industry that take courses toward the M.S. degree on a part-time basis. Consequently, financial aid in the form of teaching assistantships (TAs), research assistantships (RAs), fellowships, and similar support mechanisms are NOT available to students pursuing these non-thesis-based MS degrees. These financial considerations are especially important for international students who are limited in their ability to work off campus.

Degree Programs

Master of Science, Non-Thesis Options

Nonthesis-M.S. Degree, Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA)
(www.temple.edu/pharmacy_QARA)

From an industry perspective, Temple’s QA/RA graduate program plays a significant role in training pharmaceutical company personnel in regulations and quality principles and practices. Not only do our courses fulfill regulatory requirements for training, but they also train individuals to develop regulatory and quality skills for career advancement. Courses are taught by industry experts who have considerable experience in legal, regulatory, quality, and compliance activities in a variety of companies.

The curriculum emphasizes laws, regulations, quality principles and practices plus technically based courses to help students understand the science and technology underlying quality control and assurance. Students must complete a minimum of 36 graduate credits of approved coursework (see Table 4 below for required courses and the QA/RA courses link for electives) in the program. No more than six semester hours of transfer graduate credit can be obtained from other schools, provided the courses of no less than "B" quality were taken within the last eight years. Time limit for completing the degree is five years.

Note: Several certificate programs in QA/RA are available also.

Table 4. Required Courses for the QA/RA Program ONLY (As of Fall 2001)

Drug Development (5459)

3 s.h.

Food and Drug Law I (5592)

3 s.h.

Good Practices (5477, or 5536 or 5476)

3 s.h.

Quality Audit OR IND/NDA (5494 or 5495)

3 s.h

total:

12 s.h.

Elective courses in the QA/RA program can be found on the WEB site: http://www.temple.edu/pharmacy_QARA/courses.htm

Nonthesis M.S. degree, Pharmaceutics – the new non-thesis Master of Science program in Pharmaceutics is offered at Temple’s suburban Fort Washington campus, located in the heart of the Delaware Valley’s extensive pharmaceutical industry. This degree is ideal for pharmaceutical employees with a B.S. who need post graduate training to open up career promotional opportunities and become competitive in the highly dynamic arena of the pharmaceutical sciences. Courses are conveniently scheduled on weeknights and/or weekends throughout the academic year, including some summer sessions. The program offers flexible entry procedures. Students may take up to three courses before formally applying to the Master of Science or Certificate Program. Students may complete the 4-course certificate program on their way to the MS.

The non-thesis M.S. in pharmaceutics will be awarded to students who complete a minimum of 36 approved graduate credits including 18 required and 18 elective credits (see Table 5a, and 5b). Students will be given five years to complete the degree. There is no residency requirement.

Note: A 4-course certificate is available.

Table 5a. Required Courses for Nonthesis M.S.Degree in Pharmaceutics ONLY

Course number	Course name	Credits
8003	Pharmaceutical Manufacturing I	3 s.h.
8004	Pharmaceutical Manufacturing II	3 s.h.
8007	Applied Biopharmaceutics	3 s.h
8002	Pharmaceutical Analysis	3 s.h.
8005	Pharmaceutical Biotechnology	3 s.h
8006	Physical Pharmacy I	3 s.h
	total:	18 s.h.

Table 5b. Elective Courses for Nonthesis M.S. Degree in Pharmaceutics ONLY

Course number	Course name	Credits
5451	Statistical Quality Control	3
8111	Introduction to Toxicology	3
5487	Current Good Manufacturing Practices	3
5488	High Purity Water Systems	3
5492	Production-Parenteral	3
5493	Sterilization Processes	3
8478	Modified Release Dosage Forms	3
5499	Pharmaceutical Drug Dosage Forms	3
5501	Development-Parenterals	3
5581	Regulatory Sciences	3
5489	Pharmaceutical Lab Quality Systems and Operations	3
5512	Microbiological Concepts in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing	3
8008	Principles of Pharmacokinetics	3
8582	Physical Pharmacy II	3

Admission Requirements

NON-Thesis Degree Program in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA).

NON-Thesis Degree Program in Pharmaceutics

Non-Thesis-Based MS Degrees - Admission Requirements

Hold a baccalaureate degree in pharmacy, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, engineering, or related
discipline from an accredited college or university.

Furnish official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (including Temple University).

Grade point average of at least 3 on a 4.0 scale.

Submit at least two (2) letters of recommendation.

Submit results from the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE), scoring at least in the 50th percentile. Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL score.

Application Process

Applications for the part-time, non-thesis based MS programs (QA/RA and Pharmaceutics) are accepted throughout the year.

• online applications and printed versions

An application fee ($ 50.00) should be included with your application (check or money order made out to "Temple University") unless other arrangements have been made with the Office of Graduate Studies. Questions regarding the application process or the status of applications should be directed to:

Graduate Admissions Office, Room 407
Temple University School of Pharmacy
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
tuspgrad@temple.edu
215-707-4972

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:

1) These programs are generally considered part-time programs. Consequently, financial aid in the form of teaching assistantships (TAs), research assistantships (RAs), fellowships, and similar support mechanisms are NOT available.. Financial considerations are especially important when VISA status limits the ability of students to work off campus.

2) All international transcripts must be sent directly from the University where degrees were awarded to the Office of Graduate Studies, Dept of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Transcripts must be received in our office in sealed envelopes mailed directly to the School. Originals or copies sent by applicants cannot be accepted. Failure to follow policies will delay the processing of applications.

3) Uncertain what academic records must be submitted to apply for graduate study? Visit the World Education Services website at http://wes.org/required and locate your home country. The requirements of Temple University are those specified by WES. Applications cannot be processed without the proper documentation.

Students are encouraged to apply to the graduate program and to become matriculated students as early as possible. The University permits up to 9 credits as non-matriculated students.

Continuous Enrollment/Registration. To remain in good standing a graduate student must maintain continuous enrollment (i.e., register for a class each Fall and Spring) from the semester of matriculation through the semester of graduation. The only exception is for a student on a Leave of Absence (L.O.A. application form).

Mail the completed application to the following address:

Temple University School of Pharmacy
Office of Graduate Admissions, Suite 407
3307 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Questions regarding the application process or application status should be directed to:

Graduate Admissions Office, Room 407
Temple University School of Pharmacy
Office of Graduate Admissions, Suite 407
tuspgrad@temple.edu
215-707-4972

General Information about Temple University and the City of Philadelphia

HOW TO REGISTER for Pharmaceutics Courses

First Time Registration:
How do you get started taking courses in the QA/RA or the Non-thesis MS in Pharmaceutics program? All you need to do is to register for a course! To do so, you must submit the QA/RA registration form AND the state residency form. Both of these forms can be found under FORMs. You may also obtain these forms by calling the QA/RA Office at 267.468.8560. All registrations are processed on a first-come/first-served basis, so it’s to your advantage to register early, so you assure your spot in a course. The QA/RA staff will call you if there is a problem with your registration. Your registration is confirmed, when you receive a bill from Temple. You may also register in person at our Open Houses.

Continuing Registration:
If you have previously completed a QA/RA course at the Fort Washington campus, you are eligible to register through OwlNet. This computerized registration system enables you to register yourself for classes or change your schedule on-line. OwlNet registration information is mailed directly to your home.

Course Offerings:
Fall and spring courses are offered one night per week over a fifteen-week semester. All classes meet for a total of 36 hours; depending upon the faculty member’s schedule, the class may meet 10 times for 3 ½ hours, 12 times for 3 hours, or 14 times for 2 ½ hours. Classes start anytime after 4:30 pm.
Our weekend courses are scheduled on either Saturday and Sunday. The M.S. in QA/RA program can be completed entirely through weekend or weeknight courses. Students are welcome to take courses from any grid.

Summer Sessions:
Summer sessions begin in mid-May and run through August. Required and elective courses are scheduled each summer, enabling students to start the program any time of year. All summer classes are scheduled to meet for 36 hours.

The Non-Matriculated Graduate Student Waiver Form must be completed by all
students who have taken 9 credits in the Graduate Program. Please download
it, complete and sign it, and then fax it to the Graduate Office (215
707-5620). Students cannot take any additional courses beyond the 9 credit
limit until the form is completed and returned to our office.
Waiver Form (Word) - Waiver Form (PDF)

Financial Assistance
There is no financial support (i.e., University Fellowships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships). available to students in the non-thesis MS programs.

For more information regarding finances at Temple University Graduate School see:
http://www.temple.edu/grad/finances/index.htm

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