Master in Molecular Sciences

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Apr 1, 2027, and tuition costs 12,000 USD per year.

The Master in Molecular Sciences is a two-year degree for students with a chemistry background, offered by the University of Amsterdam. It lasts two years and is taught in English, with advantages including research-focused learning and close interaction with faculty.

The curriculum covers subjects like organic and inorganic chemistry, catalysis, and physical chemistry, with skills developed in molecular design, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Hands-on research opportunities are also included to prepare students for challenges in the field of chemistry.

Graduates can pursue careers as research chemists, analytical scientists, materials scientists, and more, in industries like pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and energy. They can work for employers like research institutions, government agencies, and private companies.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632 and located in the heart of Amsterdam, is one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious research universities. As a large, internationally oriented institution, UvA offers a wide range of programs across faculties such as humanities, social and behavioural sciences, economics and business, science, law, medicine and dentistry. Its metropolitan setting and historic campus combine with modern facilities to support a vibrant academic community.

UvA enrolls tens of thousands of students and provides hundreds of master’s and bachelor’s options, including many English-taught programs and research opportunities across more than 20 priority areas. The university’s strengths include interdisciplinary research institutes, strong international collaborations and a focus on societal impact. Students can access specialized research centres, internships in Amsterdam’s dynamic job market, and study abroad options via established exchange networks.

International applicants benefit from extensive support services, clear admissions guidance and housing assistance through university and partner residences. Studying in Amsterdam offers cultural diversity, excellent public transport and a creative, innovative urban environment. Graduates from UvA move into careers in academia, public service, business and the arts, drawing on the university’s rigorous training, research reputation and global connections.