Master of Advanced Studies MAS

Drug Discovery and Clinical Development

Université de Genève UNIGE
Genève 4 (GE)

Program overview

  • Type of course
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  • Degree
    Master of Advanced Studies MAS

     Master of Advanced Studies MAS in Drug Discovery and Clinical Development / Maitrise d’études avancées MAS en découverte et développement clinique de médicaments

  • Course language
    Englisch
  • Course format
    In-person instruction
  • Time commitment
    Part-time
  • Duration

    2 semesters

What the program looks like

The MAS in Drug Discovery and Clinical Development targets physicians, biologists, pharmacists, veterinarians, nurses, biochemists, and other health professional·s. The programme covers preclinical development, clinical pharmacology, medical statistics, and clinical trial methodology. It examines ethics, Good Clinical Practice, regulatory frameworks, safety management, audits, inspections, medical devices, and regulatory strategy. It also addresses emerging approaches in product development.

Admission

  • Medical degree (physician title), or
  • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or an equivalent qualification, or
  • Bachelor’s degree from a Swiss University of Applied Sciences plus at least one year of relevant professional experience
  • Good command of English (level B2–C1)

For more information on admission requirements, consult the institution's website.

Costs

CHF 15'500.- For more information on costs, consult the institution's website.