Natural Products and Drug Chemistry at Universität Bayreuth

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Programme summary

English-taught Master's on the design and synthesis of tailor-made organic molecules, natural products and drug chemistry.The design and synthesis of tailor-made organic molecules are central to addressing some of the most pressing scientific and societal challenges of our time.Source: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Degree awarded

M.Sc.Master of Science (M.Sc.)Source: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Duration

4 semestersStandard period of study 4 semestersSource: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Fees

FreeThe University of Bayreuth does not charge tuition fees.Source: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Open to international students

Yesfor non EU citizens: 1 March to 15 June for winter semester 1 September to 15 January for summer semesterSource: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Winter semester application period

Non-EU: 1 March - 15 Junefor non EU citizens: 1 March to 15 June for winter semester 1 September to 15 January for summer semesterSource: https://www.uni-bayreuth.de/en/master/natural-products-and-drug-chemistry · checked 2026-10-22

Summer semester application period

Non-EU: 1 September - 15 January

English requirement

English B2 (CEFR)

Previous degree

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or in a closely related discipline with chemistry as the main subject. Examples include of Bachelor‘s degrees at the University of Bayreuth include: Bachelor's degree programmes in Chemistry, in Polymer & Colloid Chemistry or in Biochemistry, in Sustainable Chemistry & Energy or Physics or in Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Bayreuth or other teaching programmes at the University of Bayreuth with chemistry as a major subject. Degrees with a primary focus on clinical, pharmaceutical, formulation-oriented, or regulatory training do not automatically meet the academic requirements of the programme unless they include a strong and well-documented chemistry core. Please see the section on „Required Academic Background“ for more details. Academic Background Due to its strong emphasis on advanced chemistry and fundamental molecular understanding, the program is particularly well-suited for students with a strong undergraduate background in chemistry , and who are motivated to pursue a scientifically demanding and research-oriented course of study. Applicants should typically hold a Bachelor’s degree in: chemistry or a closely related discipline with chemistry as the main subject Successful applicants usually have solid prior training in: organic chemistry (including reaction mechanisms and synthesis) basic physical chemistry (thermodynamics, kinetics, spectroscopy) analytical chemistry (e.g. NMR, MS, chromatography) hands-on laboratory-based chemical research, e.g. experience in chemical synthesis Important note: The programme has a strong focus on advanced synthesis, catalysis, and molecular-level chemical understanding . It is therefore not primarily designed for clinically, pharmaceutically, or formulation-oriented degree backgrounds . Applicants from interdisciplinary programmes are expected to demonstrate substantial chemistry content in their prior studies. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the module descriptions to ensure that their academic background aligns with the scientific depth and expectations of the programme.

How to apply

Direct to the university

Field of study (DAAD)

Area of study ChemistryArea of study ChemistrySource: https://www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/universities/all-degree-programmes/detail/university-of-bayreuth-natural-products-and-drug-chemistry-w70378/?hec-id=w70378 · checked 2026-10-22

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