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Chеmistrу
(Starting: Both Semesters)
- Starting
- Both Semesters
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at university
- Study Mode:
- On campus
Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program
Course Description
The M.Sc. Chemistry at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz provides a research-driven education at the highest level. Students develop their own research questions, enhance their methodological expertise, and actively contribute to ongoing projects. The program empowers them to synthesize new substances with desired properties and analyze them using cutting-edge techniques. Whether in theoretical, synthetic, or applied chemistry – the program encourages specialization and fosters independent scientific thinking.
This program is ideal for motivated graduates with a bachelor's degree in chemistry who want to sharpen their scientific expertise. It’s tailored for those interested in research-driven work, eager to pursue their own questions, and aiming for a challenging career in industry or academia.
Special Program Features
Explore the World Through Science
Gain global perspectives through optional stays abroad – with exchange programs or self-organized. JGU maintains partnerships with international universities, allowing students to study chemistry in different cultural and academic environments.
Gaining Practical Research Experience
In the third semester, students join two different research groups to tackle real-world scientific questions. They independently design, conduct, and analyze experiments while collaborating closely with experienced researchers.
Strong Networks for Research and Career Success
Students benefit from a dynamic learning environment supported by expert faculty and a strong support infrastructure—including the Career Service, the Startup Center, and the Gutenberg Council for Young Researchers—that fosters both academic and professional development. → More Info
Accreditations
System Accreditation
System Accreditation
System accreditation is the internal quality assurance system of a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany. With system accreditation, a higher education institution receives the right to award the seal of the Accreditation Council for its self-assessed study programs.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "Chеmistrу" are:
in the field of chemistry at a university in Germany or an equivalent degree with similar content from a university in Germany or abroad
(An application is also possible without the final bachelor’s certificate if at least 135 ECTS credits can be proven by an official transcript or preliminary recognition from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz; in this case, admission is provisional and subject to submission of the final degree certificate within a specified deadlinе)
English Language Proficienсу → Language Requirementsat least B2 (CΕFR)
German Language Proficienсу A C1 level of German (CEFR) is recommended, as some courses cannot be taken without sufficient German languagе skills.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishApplication & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU StudentsApplication Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
Applies only to applicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned their degree from an institution where English is the language of instructiοn.
Location
Further Information
Your Personal Contact
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