Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing, MSRPM

About the Program

The Master of Science in Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing Program provides students with the opportunituy to enhance their education through a curriculum that prepares them for success in the growing field of radiopharmaceutial manufacturing. Students will acquire specific technical skills pertinent to the use of radioactivity in the pharmaceutical manufacturing process while developing skills in radiation safety, regulatory oversight, analytical skills, project management, and oral and written communication. The program is tailored to both career goals and backgrounds of students entering the program with an interest in this specialized career path.

Completion of the Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing Master’s Program typically takes one to two years. As a hybrid course format, most courses will be completed online, while students will be required to complete an in-person capstone course in a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing setting to complete the degree. Students will be required to complete a core series of basic courses, with elective opportunities offered either online or in person to provide students with a broad learning experience in various aspects of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.  

This program is available online or hybrid at West Lafayette and Indianapolis.

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Program Requirements

32 Credits Required

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will:

• Establish basic understanding of unique aspects of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• Summarize key radiation safety attributes essential throughout all components of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Develop project management skills as they pertain to the unique attributes of radioactivity in the pharmaceutical manufacturing process.
• Interpret key regulatory requirements impacting radiopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

GPA Requirements

The Master of Science in Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing consists of at least 32 credit hours, with a 3.0 GPA requirement for graduation.

Transfer credits are subject to Purdue University Graduate School policies, which include allowance of a maximum of 6 credits at the 300 or 400 level with a grade of B- or higher upon recommendation of the departmental graduate committee.

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