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MSc Drug Research at University of Bonn

University of Bonn, Germany

Programme overview

This strongly research-oriented master's follows current scientific projects and gives broad knowledge of drug research, qualifying graduates for pharmaceutical-scientific work in industry and research institutions. Students specialise in one of seven focus areas, which is chosen at application.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught and English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester  |  Location: Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

A specialisation in one of seven focus areas chosen at application, starting with pharmaceutical/medicinal chemistry.

Career pathways

Drug research and development in the pharmaceutical industry, drug testing institutions and regulatory authorities, and research and teaching at universities and non-university research institutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: Local admission restriction (Numerus clausus) with a special selection procedure. Requirements: A German or foreign university degree in a relevant subject; German: DSH 2 (CEFR C1); English: CEFR B2.

Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-bonn.de/bewerbungsportal

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