MSc Chemistry at University of Freiburg

The Master's programme in Chemistry enables students to deepen their knowledge in the core areas of chemistry. In addition, the programme offers a wide range of course options in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, functional materials, spectroscopy, macromolecular and theoretical chemistry. In addition to specialised studies, there is a focus on methodological work in the laboratory and preparation for independent research.

Faculty: Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy  |  Duration: 4 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and Summer Semester  |  Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In the compulsory area, students deepen their knowledge in the core subject areas of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. The elective area enables students to further specialise in the subject areas selected in the compulsory modules and/or gain additional insights into other disciplines, such as biochemistry, functional materials, spectroscopy, macromolecular chemistry or theoretical chemistry.

Career pathways

Graduates with a master’s degree in Chemistry qualify for more responsible tasks in research and development, quality assurance, analytics and production – for example, in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, in food, environmental or materials engineering, and in public institutions. The master's degree also provides the prerequisite for a doctorate and thus entry into an academic career.

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