Overview

The Chemical and Molecular Sciences program from University of Zurich demands familiarity in dealing with conception of molecular structures and chemical structures. The program is research oriented and will be adjusted to the prior experience of each student.

Key facts

The program provides an ideal education for continuing with a dissertation in this intersectional science, which is otherwise not offered as a course of study

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Electrochemistry

Chemical Biology

Complex Molecule Assembly

Surface and Interface Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Disciplines

Chemistry Molecular Sciences View 11 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Switzerland

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

The candidate must possess a B.Sc. in the physical or natural sciences, with minimum average marks of "Good." This coursework must include the equivalent of at least 2 years chemistry lectures (min. 16 ECTS) and 2 years (combined) of biology, biochemistry or physics lectures (min. 16 ECTS). In addition, the coursework must include 2 years of laboratory work (min. 24 ECTS), at least 1 year of which must be in chemistry (min. 12 ECTS).

The candidate must have a demonstrated capacity for research. This may take the form of advanced practical laboratory courses or independent research work, equivalent to a minimum of 6 ECTS.
The candidate must arrange for the submission of two letters of support for the application.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

1440 CHF / year

≈ 1440 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1440 CHF / year

≈ 1440 CHF / year

Additional Details

Surcharge for foreign students at Master: 100 CHF

Living costs

Zürich

Switzerland

1920 - 2572 CHF / month

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

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