Overview

The M.Sc. Biomolecular Science-Medicinal Chemistry at Augusta University provides an innovative curriculum designed to equip students with expertise in experimental methods, data analysis, and complex problem-solving. This programme bridges the gap between chemical and biological systems, offering a rigorous academic foundation for those pursuing careers in the life sciences.

Why Biomolecular Science-Medicinal Chemistry at Augusta University?

Students study at a primary health care-focused public research university, gaining access to a state-of-the-art facility equipped with 22 teaching labs and a dedicated research floor. The campus location provides unique proximity to Georgia’s only public medical and dental schools, fostering significant opportunities for interdisciplinary scholarship. Modern instrumentation available for student use includes nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), and circular dichroism spectrometers.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 10344 per semester
National fee: USD 10052 per semester
Local fee: USD 2821 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Medicinal Chemistry
Drug Development
Synthesis
Rational Drug Design
Analytical Characterisation
Biochemistry
Mentored Research

Careers with Biomolecular Science-Medicinal Chemistry

Graduates are highly prepared for professional roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and biomedical industries. The programme provides the technical training required for positions in chemical manufacturing and drug development laboratories. Additionally, the thesis-based nature of the degree serves as an excellent bridge for students intending to pursue doctoral studies or advanced research careers. According to industry trends, demand for medical scientists continues to grow significantly, offering robust employment prospects in both the public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Responsible Conduct of Research
Research Proposal Development
Biostatistics
Pathophysiology
Molecular Carcinogenesis
Organic Chemistry
Rational Drug Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Augusta, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Medicine Molecular Sciences View 421 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants from foreign colleges and universities must use an approved transcript evaluation service. An official course-by-course transcript evaluation based on official transcripts and documents is required.

Degrees awarded from international universities and colleges must be verified as the U.S. equivalent of a Bachelor's or higher degree.

Only in the case of transcripts from international colleges/universities will an official course-by-course transcript evaluation based on official transcripts and documents be accepted in lieu of an official transcript. Official transcript evaluations based on unofficial transcripts, documents or copies will not fulfill this requirement.

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

20688 USD / year

≈ 20688 USD / year
Out-of-State

20104 USD / year

≈ 20104 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5642 USD / year

≈ 5642 USD / year

Living costs

Augusta

United States

900 - 1400 USD / 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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