Overview

The Structural Chemistry and Spectroscopy master’s program at the Leipzig University attaches just as much importance to a further deepening of specialist knowledge as it does to introducing students to the practical side of innovative work in science, as well as to solving problems when faced with the most challenging questions in modern technology and business.

The programme is based on the German-language master’s programme “Chemie” and is aimed primarily at students who did not complete a bachelor’s programme in chemistry in Germany. It introduces students to advanced spectroscopic methods, and centres around the structure of chemical and biochemical molecules, especially biopolymers.

The language of instruction is English. Special emphasis is placed on subject-specific English language skills. This ensures that international and German students enjoy a joint education with an international focus and makes it easier to engage in study stays abroad, make international academic contacts or conduct scientific work internationally in the future.

Careers

The programme’s objective is to convey an appropriately broad base of knowledge that can be applied immediately. This will prepare you to take on positions in many areas such as:

in the industrial sector, in particular in chemistry but also in physics, optics, medical technology and scientific instrument construction
in research institutions outside of higher education institutions and at state institutions
as a chemist at universities and higher education institutions in research and teaching.

One highly valued professional quality of chemists is their ability to systematically analyse and further develop complex scientific and technical processes from a material perspective. Because of these basic skills, chemistry graduates are also sought after in professional fields that are otherwise reserved for others, and in more distant areas such as management consulting, insurance and politics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biosystems

Bioorganic chemistry

Methods and Procedures for Trace Analysis

Mass Spectrometry

Analysis of Solid State Surfaces

Physical Chemistry of Clusters

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leipzig, Germany

Disciplines

Chemistry View 49 other Masters in Chemistry in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree in chemistry or in another natural science or engineering subject with at least 65% of the total credit points (115 credit points out of a total of 180 credit points) in chemistry at a level comparable to the bachelor's degree programme in chemistry at Leipzig University.
- This must include at least 15% (25 credit points) inorganic chemistry, at least 15% (25 credit points) organic chemistry, at least 10% (20 credit points) physical chemistry and analytical chemistry with at least 5% (10 credit points).
- Laboratory work in the fields of organic and inorganic chemistry totalling at least 250 hours each is also required.
Knowledge of English at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are currently no tuition fees for a first-degree programme. The semester fee is €312.30.

Living costs

Leipzig

Germany

720 - 1047 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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