Master of Science in Chemistry
A comprehensive two-year Master's programme offering advanced theoretical training and intensive laboratory experience in chemistry.
Best for:Best for students with a Bachelor's degree in chemistry seeking advanced laboratory training and a customizable academic profile.
Overview
The Master of Science in Chemistry at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is a rigorous two-year programme designed to prepare students for international careers in research, industry, or public service. The curriculum balances advanced theoretical education with intensive hands-on laboratory training, allowing students to tailor their studies through a wide range of elective modules. Students engage with core topics such as physical and organic chemistry while exploring specialized fields like functional materials, biochemistry, and computational chemistry. The programme is taught entirely in English and culminates in a six-month Master's thesis, fostering the development of independent problem-solving skills.
What you'll do
- Complete compulsory modules in physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry.
- Select elective courses to build a personalized academic competence profile.
- Participate in intensive practical laboratory phases during the first three semesters.
- Conduct independent research for a Master's thesis during the final semester.
- Engage in data literacy and scientific communication training.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a comparable field with 180 CP, including at least 60 CP in practical courses.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 level (e.g., TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS Academic 6.0)
Instruction: English
- Strong foundation in chemistry principles
- Proven laboratory experience
- English language proficiency at B2 level
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or equivalent
- Must have obtained at least one-third of credits in practical courses
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-15
Applications must be submitted through the university's official online portal. Applicants should ensure they meet the language and academic prerequisites before the specified semester deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
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