Program Overview

Introduction to the Master Study Program in Drug Sciences

The Master study program in Drug Sciences (MSc in Drug Sciences) was launched in 2016. It provides theoretical and practical training in the discovery, development, efficacy, and safety of substances with a main focus on drugs/medicines. The program is focused on a future career in industrial or academic research, product development, or in a regulatory agency.

Program Structure

The program includes 2 semesters of theoretical and practical courses on:

• Fundamentals/General skills
• Drug discovery and development
• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Practical Training
• Elective Courses The 3rd and 4th semester is dedicated to the Master's thesis project.

Admission Criteria

To be admitted directly, applicants must have completed a Bachelor degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from a Swiss University. Holders of a Bachelor degree from a Swiss University can be admitted with additional requirements, provided that at least 120 credit points (ECTS) have been documented in one or more of the following fields of study:

• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Human Medicine
• Veterinary Medicine
• Pharmaceutical Sciences Holders of a Bachelor degree in the before-mentioned fields of study from a recognized foreign University may apply, and the Teaching Commission shall examine the equivalence with the corresponding qualifications/prerequisites.

Language Requirements

All Drug Sciences courses are held in English. However, prerequisite courses are held in German. Students are responsible for having attained the language skills required to successfully pursue their chosen degree program, including possible additional requirements in German.

Important Notes

• Applicants who do not hold a Bachelor degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from a Swiss University may be required to previously complete courses from the Bachelor curriculum. These courses are held and examined in German for all students without exceptions.
• Examinations are conducted according to the same examination modalities for all students, so it is not possible to swap the exam for any other kind of assessment (e.g., essay).
• Failing certain courses more than once will lead to the exclusion from the Master program in Drug Sciences.
• Examination failures cannot be excused by insufficient language skills.

Application Process

Applications have to be submitted online between 01/02 - 30/04 of the year the applicant wants to begin their studies. Joining the Master Degree Programme is only possible in the autumn semester.