About this programme
Master in Medicinal Chemistry is a Master's Degree programme at University of Southern Denmark in Odense, taught in English. It runs for 2 years. The register gives Odense as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master (2 years). University of Southern Denmark is a research university in Southern Denmark.
How it compares
Master in Medicinal Chemistry is one of 8 English-taught Chemistry programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 5 institutions. 7 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 7,300 to EUR 17,300; this programme lists EUR 17,300 a year. 7 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students. The same programme title is offered at 3 institutions, so compare the content, campus and requirements before you choose.
What you will study
What you study
This master's programme sits between chemistry, molecular biology and medical science. You build on your bachelor's chemistry with advanced courses such as spectroscopy and molecular modelling. You also choose electives, for example in organic chemistry, that give you experience in medicinal chemistry and the development of new pharmaceuticals. You can take health science courses in pharmacology and physiology as well.
Admission, language and next steps
To be admitted, you need a bachelor's degree or another degree based on at least three years of higher education after high school. You must have chemistry worth at least 75 ECTS and at least 25 ECTS in biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology or the formulation of medications. The Study Board makes an individual assessment of whether you qualify. You may also need to document your English proficiency at a level set by the University of Southern Denmark. Apply directly to the University of Southern Denmark with all relevant documentation. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland study free of charge. Other students pay a tuition fee set by the institution. SDU offers 75 scholarships yearly; see the university's scholarship page for details.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Pharmaceutical industry, developing new biologically active molecules
- Advanced research and development
- Project planning and management
- Pre-clinical research
- Hospital sector
- Research
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to University of Southern Denmark, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Medicinal Chemistry taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at University of Southern Denmark. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study. Confirm the study load in ECTS credits with University of Southern Denmark.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Odense as the campus town for this programme at University of Southern Denmark.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. University of Southern Denmark sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland pay EUR 17,300 a year, as University of Southern Denmark lists it. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at University of Southern Denmark is linked from this page so you can compare.
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