Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Medicine
The course will not be continued at the University Duisburg-Essen.
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The MSc study course comprises four semesters and is non-consecutive, i.e. it is not based on a specific bachelor course. The study programme with emphasis on research is focussed on theoretical courses and current projects imparting a profound knowledge in various aspects of pharmaceutical medicine.
By conducting own research projects students are to develop professional skills in the pharmaceutical sciences which are mainly applicable in the pharmaceutical or pharmacy-related industry and pharmaceutical research institutions.

Degree
Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Medicine, University Duisburg-Essen

Place of study
University Duisburg-Essen, Campus Essen

Start of study
A new study course starts every two years in winter semester

Period of study
The study course covers two years and can be conducted while the student is working.

Language
All modules are held in English.
Degree | Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Medicine |
University | University Duisburg-Essen |
Language | All modules are held in English |
Credits | 60 ECTS |
Fees | € 14.850,-- ( € 7.425,-- per year) plus Processing Fee of € 125,-- for applications plus Enrolment Fees ( € 47,50 per semester) |
Schedule | Every two years |
Accreditation and Approval | AQAS, IFAPP, IMI PharmaTrain |
Requirements | Applicants should have a degree in one of the following areas: • Pharmacy • Life Sciences • Medicine as well as one year's professional experience. |
Highly skilled, experienced professionals in various disciplines are essential to accelerate the discovery and development of more effective and safer medicines for patients. As a postgraduate interested in the process of discovery, development, regulation and marketing of medicines this study course provides you with the opportunities to widen your horizon and to drive your career in this field.
You will learn about the day-to-day practice in the field of the pharmaceutical value chain as to promote interdisciplinary knowledge. Additionally focus will be set on the flow of information between the different phases of the drug development process and to develop better understanding in the complex international tasks and competencies in the pharmaceutical industry.
For each study unit the participant has an one-month preparation time based on given literature which is discussed during the block seminars. During the seminar the participants will meet up to our senior experts to talk, discuss and demonstrate their knowledge on a scientific basis.
The main emphasis of the study course is teamwork, along with participation, presentations and discussions. The participants will interact with international lecturers who are leading experts in their fields as they work in health care institutions and the international pharmaceutical industry.
Basic Information and Application
How is the MSc study course structured/duration?
The study course covers two years and is divided into 3 modules with 19 study units taught in block seminars on Thursday afternoon, Friday and Saturday at the University of Duisburg-Essen. Each study unit concludes with an examination.
After 19 study units, a time period for thesis preparation and oral examination follows.
Which entrance requirements exist for the MSc study course?
Applicants should have a degree in one of the following areas with at least 240 ECTS:
- Pharmacy
- Life Sciences
- Medicine
as well as one year's professional experience.
Which language is used in the MSc study course?
All modules are held in English.
How much does it cost to participate in the MSc study course?
- Study Course Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Medicine: € 14.850,-- ( € 7.425,-- per year)
- Certificate of Advanced Studies in Pharmaceutical Medicine (15 study units): € 12.000,-- (€ 4.000,-- per semester)
- Certificate of Advanced Studies in Pharmaceutical Medicine (10 study units + final assignment): € 9.000,-- (€ 4.500,-- per semester)
- Single study unit: € 900,--
How to apply for the MSc study course?
Interested persons can apply in writing at the
Examination board “MSc of Pharmaceutical Medicine”
c/o Ruhr Campus Academy (RCA) gGmbH
Frau Vanessa Foschepoth
Edmund-Körner-Platz 2
45127 Essen
Germany
or by Email at vanessa.foschepoth[at]rca.uni-due.de
The application must contain the following documents additionally to the application form:
- completed application form with a passport sized photograph
- typed curriculum vitae, not exeeding 3 pages and emphasis should be placed on your employment history
- degree certificate
- certificates of additional qualifications
- proof/certificate of employment
- a typed rational on why you want to study here and your career plans
Processing Fee of € 125,-- for applications
Application documents assessed by the Scientific Course Committee (SCC) as promising will lead to an invitation for interviews. In general the individual interviews will be arranged for July and August at the university. The interviewers will be lecturers from the study course. Naturally the interview will be – at least partly – in English.
For the interview we would like you to tell us about your work and study experiences, insights, career objectives and aims. There are no specific requirements for the interview; it is a chance for you to talk about yourself, for you to meet us and also a chance for you to see what the University of Duisburg-Essen offers.
Members of the Scientific Course Committee
Dr. Dr. Holger Adelmann (Chairman)
Prof. Dr. Dobromir Dobrev, Universität Duisburg-Essen
Prof. Dr. Karl-Heinz Jöckel, Universität Duisburg-Essen
Prof. Dr. Kristina Lorenz, ISAS e.V.
Prof. Dr. Martin Michel, Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Dr. Peter Schüler (vice-Chairman), ICON Clinical Research GmbH
Study Course Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Medicine
Study Course Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Medicine
No. | Study Unit | Module | Date | |
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01 | General Introduction to the Health System and the Pharmaceutical Industry | Fundamental Principles and Tools | 07th – 09th October 2021 | Karsten Sternberg Dr. Peter Schüler |
02 | Working in a Complex Organization | Fundamental Principles and Tools | 04th – 06th November 2021 | Karsten Sternberg Dr. Peter Schüler |
03 | Project Management | Fundamental Principles and Tools | 2nd – 04th December 2021 | |
04 | Health Economics | Fundamental Principles and Tools | 13th – 15th January 2022 | Dr. Charalabos-Markos Dintsios Dr. Jochen Fleischmann |
05 | International Health Systems and Market Access | Fundamental Principles and Tools | 10th – 12th February 2022 | Dr. Charalabos-Markos Dintsios Dirk Kars |
06 | Drug Discovery and Development | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 10th – 12th March 2022 | Dr. Christian Leuner Dr. Martin Zoche |
07 | Biopharmaceuticals and -technology | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 07th – 09th April 2022 | Dr. Berthold Bödeker |
08 | Toxicology (including Safety Pharmacology and Toxicokinetics) | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 05th – 07th May 2022 | Prof. Dr. Gerd Bode |
09 | Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 09th – 11th June 2022 | Dr. Dr. med. Holger Adelmann |
10 | Clinical Trials | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 18th – 20th August 2022 | Dr. Peter Schüler |
11 | Strategies and Managing Clinical Trials | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 22nd – 24th September 2022 | Dr. Klaus-Gustav Beinhauer Dr. Birgit Ruhfus |
12 | Ethical and Legal Issues in Drug Development | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 20th – 22nd October 2022 | Dr. Ferdinand Hundt Dr. Matthias Klüglich |
13 | Clinical Systems and Data Management | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 17th – 19th November 2022 | Dr. Johann Pröve Martin Probach |
14 | Biostatistics | Pharmaceutical New Product Development | 15th – 17th December 2022 | Dr. Stefan Hantel Martin Roessner |
15 | Drug Safety | Patients and Markets | 12th – 14th January 2023 | Dr. Sabine Richter Yvonne Nanciu MD(RO), MSc |
16 | Post-Marketing Surveillance | Patients and Markets | 09th – 11th February 2023 | Dr. Mohamed Salem |
17 | Regulatory Affairs | Patients and Markets | 09th – 11th March 2023 | Mohamed Adib Dr. Rüdiger Faust |
18 | Marketing and Sales | Patients and Markets | 20th – 22nd April 2023 | Martin Obladen Dr. med. Günter Umbach |
19 | Pharmaceutical Related Case Studies | Patients and Markets | 25th – 27th May 2023 | Martin Roessner Dr. Peter Schüler |

contact
Vanessa Foschepoth
Tel.: +49 (0) 201 / 183 - 7393
Mail: vanessa.foschepoth@rca.uni-due.de