The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research at Ibn Sina National College (ISNC) is a specialized, outcome-based postgraduate program designed to prepare graduates for successful careers in the rapidly growing fields of pharmacovigilance, clinical research, and drug safety.

This comprehensive two-year program equips students with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies required to become qualified pharmacovigilance professionals capable of meeting the evolving needs of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.

Designed in alignment with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, national regulatory requirements, and international best practices, the program follows an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) approach that integrates scientific knowledge with real-world professional applications through scenario-based learning.

Students benefit from hands-on practical training, industry exposure, and internship opportunities in leading pharmaceutical companies, healthcare institutions, and pharmacovigilance organizations across Jeddah and other regions of Saudi Arabia, enabling them to gain valuable workplace experience before graduation.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

· Comprehensive curriculum covering advanced concepts in pharmacovigilance, clinical research, drug safety, and regulatory affairs

· Practical training in pharmacovigilance processes, safety databases, and industry-standard systems

· Scenario-based and case-based learning to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

· Internship opportunities with pharmaceutical companies and healthcare organizations

· Research project designed to strengthen scientific inquiry and research competencies

· Curriculum aligned with national and international academic and regulatory standards

· Excellent career opportunities in pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), regulatory authorities, and healthcare institutions.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The program consists of three integrated components:

1. Advanced Theoretical and Practical Training Comprehensive instruction in pharmacovigilance principles, clinical research, regulatory requirements, safety monitoring, and pharmacovigilance systems.

2. Internship and Professional Skill Development Structured industry training that provides practical exposure to real-world pharmacovigilance and clinical research practices.

3. Research Project An independent research project that develops students’ scientific research, analytical, and evidence-based decision-making skills.