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Pharmaceutical Research

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Pharmaceutical Science is an interdisciplinary study program that covers a broad variety of topics involved in the development and testing of medicinal products. This will give students an insight into pharmaceutical research that combines aspects of different natural sciences - mainly chemistry, biology and physics – with medicinal topics. Specific subjects of this program include drug discovery and development, testing therapeutic compositions/formulations, investigating drug release systems, and determination of drug effects. Throughout this program, students learn to deal with complex and current interdisciplinary problems of pharmaceutical drug discovery and development by using scientific methods. The course of study will provide the students with the necessary knowledge, capabilities, and methodology to engage in scientific work and to critically assess scientific findings in an independent and responsible way.
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Pharmaceutical Science is an interdisciplinary study program that covers a broad variety of topics involved in the development and testing of medicinal products. This will give students an insight into pharmaceutical research that combines aspects of different natural sciences - mainly chemistry, biology and physics – with medicinal topics. Specific subjects of this program include drug discovery and development, testing therapeutic compositions/formulations, investigating drug release systems, and determination of drug effects. Throughout this program, students learn to deal with complex and current interdisciplinary problems of pharmaceutical drug discovery and development by using scientific methods. The course of study will provide the students with the necessary knowledge, capabilities, and methodology to engage in scientific work and to critically assess scientific findings in an independent and responsible way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Pharmaceutical Research at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien

Is Pharmaceutical Research at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Pharmaceutical Research programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Pharmaceutical Research at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Pharmaceutical Research?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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