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Free University of Berlin
Berlin
Pharmaceutical Research
Subjects: Pharmacology
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Pharmaceutical Science is an interdisciplinary study program that delves into the development and testing of medicinal products. This program offers students a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical research, blending elements of chemistry, biology, and physics with medicinal topics. Key subjects include drug discovery and development, testing therapeutic compositions and formulations, investigating drug release systems, and determining drug effects. Students will tackle complex, current problems in pharmaceutical drug discovery and development using scientific methods. The course equips them with the knowledge, skills, and methodologies needed for scientific work. It also teaches them to critically assess scientific findings independently and responsibly.
Program Information
| Study Location | Berlin |
| Start Semester | Summer, Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 2 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 305 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of language skills in English (level B2 CEFR) or equivalent level of knowledge corresponding to 6 years of high school English
Qualification Requirements
For admittance to the master’s program applicants need to fulfill the following admission requirements: Undergraduate German degree or an equivalent foreign degree in pharmaceutical sciences, food chemistry, medicinal chemistry, human biology, veterinary medicine, medicine or in a related natural sciences subject with a standard period of study of at least eight semesters or 240 credit points. Proof of language skills in English (level B2 CEFR) or equivalent level of knowledge corresponding to 6 years of high school English
Document Requirements
graduation certificate (if you have completed your studies) If you are applying for a higher subject-specific semester, this document is stringently required. official current transcript of records official transcript of records for the master’s program and a current certificate of enrollment if applicable, current certificate of enrollment official translations of all certificates if issued in any language other than German or English proof of English knowledge if applicable, additional study-related skills
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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