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.
✔ 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 also provides direct exposure to potential employers through guest lectures and our annual career event, ensuring excellent preparation for careers in academia, industry, policy, or business.
Medical Pharmaceutical Sciences is a partner in the International Master's in Sustainable Drug Discovery , which creates an international education environment with a unique profile in sustainability.
Choose your track:
- Pharmaceutical Design and Engineering (PDE) – pre-clinical research track
- Pharmacotherapy and Toxicology (P&T) – clinical research track
- Science, Business and Policy (SBP) – professional track
