Medical University of Innsbruck·Pharmaceutical Sciences
Master of Science (MSc)
The Master’s Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences focuses on drug development and regulatory affairs. It is a joint study program offered by the Medical University of Innsbruck and the University of Innsbruck, providing students with comprehensive knowledge in the field of pharmaceuticals. The program prepares graduates for careers in regulatory agencies, pharmaceutical industry, and research. Students will engage in both theoretical and practical components, ensuring they are well-equipped for their professional future.
In the Master’s Programme Pharmaceutical Sciences – Drug Development and Regulatory Affairs, students delve into the scientific and regulatory aspects of both preclinical and clinical drug development. The program focuses on understanding the entire process of developing new medicinal products, encompassing topics such as molecular disease processes, drug regulatory frameworks, and the intricacies of marketing authorization in Europe.
This program is organized over four semesters and comprises 120 ECTS credits. It includes a full-time study mode and offers practical experiences through application-oriented projects, ensuring students are equipped to handle complex drug development tasks which can culminate in a thesis or a practical project.
Graduates gain a comprehensive understanding of drug development processes and regulatory requirements, equipping them with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. They learn to independently plan, organize, and execute complex projects in drug development, with specialized skills in areas like preclinical testing, clinical trial management, and drug regulation.
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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