Chemie (M.Sc.) – Chemistry at Philipps University of Marburg

Programme overview

Master building on the wide range of chemistry in Marburg, where students can compose their own programme from classical chemistry to strong specialisation.

Faculty: Fachbereich 15 Chemistry | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter and summer semester | Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Inorganic, organic and physical chemistry plus analytical, biological and theoretical chemistry and chemical biology.

Career pathways

The classical route is a doctorate, but graduates also enter industry directly with the master degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor degree in chemistry (or comparable, esp. second state examination in pharmacy). Up to 30 additional credits may be required. International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). English proficiency at CEFR level B2 required. Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 21.08.2026 (German degree); 01.05.2026 to 21.08.2026 (international degree); summer semester 2027: 01.12.2026 to 26.02.2027 (German degree); 01.11.2026 to 26.02.2027 (international degree).

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-marburg.de/de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerben-und-einschreiben/bewerbung-formalia-fristen

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