MASTER OF SCIENCE IN
FOOD SAFETY REGULATION
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
PREREQUISITES
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Master of Science in Food Safety Regulation is designed to provide students with an understanding of the legal and regulatory complexities of food production, labeling, and distribution. The landscape of food safety regulation is currently undergoing extensive changes.
As the field continues to change, the program is designed to change with it. Students will complete 10 graduate level courses within a five year timeline. While the seven core courses will remain constant, the content will adapt to new changes in policies and regulations in the industry.
» Undergraduate degree in the life sciences or engineering from a four-year college
» One semester of undergrad or graduate level Biochemistry
» GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of undergraduate studies
» One semester of undergrad or graduate level Organic Chemistry
The Center for Biotechnology Education is dedicated to building a stronger, more knowledgeable workforce – so we’re reaching out to existing biotechnology professionals, as well as to teachers and others responsible for educating future biotechnology professionals. Through partnerships with biotechnology firms, governmental organizations, and other schools within the Johns Hopkins University system, the Center is creating a full slate of professional development opportunities, such as: » International partnerships » Montgomery County Campus Laboratory » Non-Credit training programs » Online Education » Alumni Tuition benefit
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please visit advanced.jhu.edu/foodsafety for a complete list of application requirements.
CURRICULUM
Students take 7 core courses and may choose any 3 electives from the Advanced Biotechnology Studies program. Elective course offerings evolve and grow based on student feedback and changes in the industry. Core courses: » Introduction to Food Safety Regulation » Food Microbiology » Regulation of Good Food Production Practices » Food Labeling and Packaging Regulation » Food Toxicology » Risk Assessment and Management » Food Safety Audits and Surveillance
FINANCIAL AID
Sample Electives: » Agricultural Biotechnology » Biostatistics » Introduction to Regulatory Affairs » Bioscience Communication » International Regulatory Affairs » Food and Drug Law
Office of Student Financial Services can provide assistance with: » Understanding the eligibility for federal » For more information, please visit: student aid advanced.jhu.edu/finaid or email aapfinaid@jhu.edu » Determining your federal loan options » Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Thomas Colonna, Ph.D., JD Associate Director Regulatory Science and Food Safety Regulation Programs 302.292.8342 foodsafetyregulation@jhu.edu CONTACT ADMISSIONS aapinfo@jhu.edu 202.452.1940 800.847.3330
advanced.jhu.edu as of 1/2017
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