MSc Chemistry
University of Wurzburg · Würzburg, Germany
- Level
- Master's
- Award
- Master of Science
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Campus
- Würzburg
- Apply by
- <ul> <li>15 July for a start in the winter semester</li> <li>15 January for a start in the summer semester</li> </ul> <p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible in order to ensure enough time for visa applications and preparing your start in Würzburg (e.g. housing search).</p>
- Starts
- Winter and summer semester
University of Wurzburg does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.
Entry requirements and how to apply
- Entry requirements
- Admission to the Master's programme in Chemistry requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, with demonstrated experience in the areas of inorganic, organic, and physical & theoretical chemistry. Additionally, experience in practical courses must be clear through your transcript. Conditional admittance is possible if you are applying before fully completing your Bachelor's degree. Full information on application and admission: https://www.chemie.uni-wuerzburg.de/en/students/study-programmes/chemistry/master/application-and-admission/
- English language requirement
- B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: IELTS Academic: 6 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
- German language requirement
- No minimum language level required
- Application period
- 15 July for a start in the winter semester 15 January for a start in the summer semester Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible in order to ensure enough time for visa applications and preparing your start in Würzburg (e.g. housing search).
- Apply through
- Please check this website .
About this programme
The Master's degree programme in Chemistry offers you the unique opportunity to design your studies according to your personal interests and professional goals. Choose three from nine different focus subjects and set your own professional priorities. This flexible structure opens up a variety of paths in research, industry and beyond. The programme, taught in English, aims to prepare you for a PhD or direct entry into the professional world. Our fully-accredited two-year Master's programme comprises 120 ECTS credits. You will select three of nine focus subjects, two from the core focus subjects of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry and then either the remaining core subject or one of the following additional specialised focus subjects: Functional Materials Homogeneous Catalysis Medicinal Chemistry Supramolecular Chemistry Theoretical Chemistry Biochemistry (currently requires some German language skills) You do not need to select your focus subjects at the time of application, giving you the opportunity to explore. More information on the individual focus subjects can be found at: https://www.chemie.uni-wuerzburg.de/en/students/study-programmes/chemistry/master/example-focus-subject-combinations/ .
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