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MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, NetherlandsWorld Rank #99

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At Rijksuniversiteit Groningen in Groningen, Netherlands, MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences is offered as a master's degree in Natural Sciences & Mathematics programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 24,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 24,900 / year
Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed June 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

How can we design medicines that are safer, more effective, and sustainable? How do we tackle medicine shortages that threaten healthcare worldwide? And how can we prepare our society for future pandemics and the challenges of an ageing population? If you want to make an impact on these pressing issues, the Master's programme Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences (MPS) is for you.
What to expect in this Master’s programme Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences✔ A research-oriented training in medical-pharmaceutical sciences
✔ Flexibility to design your own master programme
✔ Attention for sustainability in development and use of pharmaceuticals
✔ Access to unique and modern medical-pharmaceutical courses

This two-year master programme starts with a general training in Drug Development and Academic Skills. Subsequently, you chose four courses from your track in Pharmaceutical Design and Engineering (PDE) or Pharmacotherapy and Toxicology (P&T). Furthermore, you can follow your interests by choosing elective courses from the chemistry, pharmacy and biomedical sciences master programs. You can also choose for a track in Science, Business and Policy (SBP) with a dedicated training in Business and Policy aspects in the pharmaceutical sector. Importantly, choosing your own master projects enables you to gain in-depth and hands-on experience in medical-pharmaceutical research. Our program

Upcoming Intakes

Feb 2027 · Starts Feb 01, 2027 · local students
Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 01, 2027

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1614
Students: 32,700
World rank: #99
Programs: 153
Location: Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences award?

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen awards a Master's Degree in the field of Natural Sciences & Mathematics on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 24,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences start?

The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

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