MSc in Medicinal Chemistry 

Introduction to MSc in Medicinal Chemistry

Medicinal chemistry is an interdisciplinary programme that lies in the cross field between chemistry and pharmacy.

Teaching in the Medicinal chemistry programme is greatly influenced by the latest research in chemical materials and their application in pharmaceuticals.

In the Master's programme in Medicinal Chemistry, you supplement your bachelor's programme with several chemical courses, such as spectroscopy and molecular modelling, subjects in medicinal chemistry and biological chemistry, as well as several electives that give you expertise in the development of new drugs.

During the thesis, which you write in the second year of the master's program, you will have the opportunity to contribute to developing new knowledge and perhaps developing new medicinal substances. As a starting point, one or more of the department's researchers will guide you during the thesis. But you also have the opportunity to do the thesis in collaboration with researchers from outside.

Students in Denmark spend much time together, as social togetherness and a sense of community are important elements of Danish culture. International students find themselves quickly integrated and appreciate the easiness to make new connections and get along with fellow students.

Our students here spend time after classes together: working together, forming study groups and solving assignments together. There is a high motivation to help each other. The classes have been described as having a respectful atmosphere in which students feel comfortable speaking up and contribute.

At SDU, 1 in 5 of our students come from outside Denmark. Accordingly, international students play a crucial role in enriching the university experience for every student, by bringing different views, cultures and perspectives. That is why we do our utmost to support our international students before and after their arrival.