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MALLA REDDY VISHWAVIDYAPEETH

(Deemed to be University)

Hyderabad

Recognised under section 3 of The UGC Act, 1956, vide Notification No.9-4/2024-U.3(A) by
Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Medicine

This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines

Course Overview

The M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Medicine program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad is a postgraduate program designed to train students in the scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial aspects of pharmaceutical research and drug development. This interdisciplinary program bridges the gap between basic medical sciences, pharmacology, and clinical practice, with a strong emphasis on regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, clinical trials, and drug safety.

From the first semester, students engage in rigorous academic learning combined with practical exposure to clinical research methodologies, drug evaluation techniques, biostatistics, and ethical frameworks in drug development.

Graduates are prepared to work in the pharmaceutical industry, clinical research organizations, regulatory agencies, and drug safety departments, both in India and globally. Graduates of this program will be prepared for higher studies, research, entrepreneurship, or professional roles in technology-driven sectors with a multidisciplinary edge, with plenty of job opportunities globally.

Course Details

Description: 2 Years Degree Program

No. of Seats: 20

No. of Credits: 80 minimum & as specified

Academic Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy / Medicine / Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Chemistry or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.

Semester

Name of the Subject

Semester 1

Introduction to Pharmaceutical Medicine, Human Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics, Principles of Clinical Research, Biostatistics and Research Methodology, Practical: Drug Evaluation and Data Analysis

Semester 2

Clinical Trial Design and Management, Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety, Regulatory Affairs and Ethics in Drug Development, Practical: Clinical Trial Simulations and Safety Monitoring

Semester 3

Medical Writing and Scientific Communication, Health Economics and Market Access, Quality Assurance in Clinical Research, Practical: Dossier Preparation and Regulatory Submissions

Semester 4

Emerging Trends in Pharmaceutical Medicine, Industry Internship/Capstone Project, Thesis / Dissertation

  • Pharmaceutical Science Proficiency: Advanced understanding of human pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and drug development.
  • Clinical Research Expertise: Ability to design, manage, and evaluate clinical trials following international standards (ICH-GCP).
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks (CDSCO, US FDA, EMA) and submission processes.
  • Drug Safety Monitoring: Competency in pharmacovigilance systems, ADR reporting, and risk-benefit analysis.
  • Medical Communication Skills: Mastery in writing clinical study reports, regulatory dossiers, and scientific manuscripts.
  • Industry-Ready Skills: Preparedness for roles in pharma, CROs, hospitals, and regulatory bodies with real-world training.
  • Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Certification
  • ICH-GCP & Pharmacovigilance Training
  • Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC)
  • Advanced Diploma in Clinical Data Management

Workshops in MedDRA, CTD Dossier Filing, and EDC Tools

  • Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Clinical Research
  • Doctorate in Regulatory Affairs / Drug Safety
  • Advanced certifications in Regulatory Writing and Pharma QA

Duration

Roles and Responsibilities

Salary Range

0–3 years

Clinical Research Associate, Pharmacovigilance Executive, Medical Writer, Drug Safety Associate

₹4,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 per annum

3–5 years

Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Clinical Trial Manager, PV Team Lead

₹7,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum

5–10 years

Senior Regulatory Manager, Head of Clinical Operations, Global Drug Safety Manager

₹12,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 per annum

10+ years

Director – Clinical Research/Regulatory Affairs, VP – Medical & Scientific Affairs

₹20,00,000+ per annum

Fee Structure Per Academic Year

Tuition FeeMiscellaneous FeeScholarship     
175000 ₹10000 ₹Above 90% –  35000 ₹Between 81-90%17500 ₹Between 71-80%8750 ₹