Overview

At a time when professionals with plant-based chemistry specializations are in high demand, this student-centric, non-thesis program offers participants the opportunity to devise an individualized course plan that will enable them to obtain the knowledge and skills they desire to excel in careers of modern, plant-based chemical industries.

The combination of convenient online programming in science and business, as well as optional on-site laboratory courses, will poise graduates to take on a wide range of leadership and entrepreneurial roles in the private sector, such as pharmaceuticals (e.g., medicinal cannabis), fragrances, and cosmetics.

Program Learning Outcomes

By the end of this Medicinal Plant Chemistry program from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, students will be able to:

Integrate fundamental, functional, and applied knowledge of plant-based medicinal compounds in their role as a professional scientist.

Demonstrate expertise in modern techniques for natural product isolation, characterization, and analysis.

Foster leadership and interpersonal skills required to excel in a diverse life science company.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medicinal Chemistry

Drugs in the Brain

Plant Natural Products

Natural Product Isolation and Analysis

Drug Regulations

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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More details

If you would like to be considered for funding opportunities it is best to complete your fall application by February 1 and spring application by November 1.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Worcester, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Chemistry View 42 other Masters in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

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Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required. Please invite your recommenders to submit their letters electronically via the online application.

Application fee of $70

Statement of Purpose

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30420 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30420 USD / year

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In-State

30420 USD / year

≈ 30420 USD / year

Funding

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