Master's Degree Programme in Drug Discovery and Development, Master of Science (2 years)

About this programme

The studies in Master’s Degree Programme in Drug Discovery and Development give you a deep understanding of up-to-date methods applied to identify and validate new drug targets and to generate lead drug molecules. It also provides knowledge of technological innovations as well as methods of clinical drug research and development phases, clinical trial design, study planning and biostatistics. In addition, you will learn about drug regulatory science and pharmacovigilance. The studies in Drug Discovery and Development consist of both theoretical and practical courses, including: Drug discovery and development science Drug regulatory science Clinical trial design and clinical drug development Translational medicine In vitro, ex vivo and in vivo methods in experimental pharmacology Bioinformatics and computer-aided drug design Bioinnovation and bioethics A significant part of the programme consists of an independent research project that will be presented in the Master’s thesis. Based on previous studies, students may need to take supplementary studies in the field of pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, histology and cell biology, or laboratory skills in order to reach optimal competence level for the Master’s studies. The Master’s Degree Programme in Drug Discovery and Development trains students from all around the world in a highly international environment. After completion of the studies, a student masters scientific writing in English and is capable of applying the gained knowledge in working life. The Master’s Degree Programme in Drug Discovery and Development graduates are eligible to apply for PhD programmes and pursue a doctoral degree.