The University of Sydney’s Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development programs are flexible online postgraduate qualifications designed with industry, regulators, and academic experts.
Delivered by a global network of leaders, our programs suit those entering or advancing within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology sectors.
Our programs are developed and delivered with experts across:
Over 70 contributors - from global pharma, medtech and regulatory agencies - share real-world experience across product development, regulation, safety, and market access.
Whether you are entering the therapeutics industry, moving into regulatory, clinical or medical roles, expanding your scientific or policy expertise, or aiming for leadership positions, our programs offers pathways at every level:
All programs are delivered online, allowing students in Australia and internationally to study part-time or full-time around work and life commitments. Students learn in a collaborative digital environment alongside peers already working in pharma, medical technology, clinical trials, and healthcare.
Our programs will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in pharmaceutical science, biotechnology, advanced therapies, medical devices, regulatory affairs, clinical research, pharmacovigilance, and therapeutic product policy.
You will gain practical skills across the full development pipeline, including:
Every subject is designed to build competencies sought by employers across the therapeutics sector.
For clinicians with a medical degree:
For healthcare professionals and graduates with a science background:
The Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development program is directed by Dr Orin Chisholm.
