Overview

Nova Southeastern University’s Master of Science in Medicinal Chemistry prepares you to expand your knowledge of chemical principles and biopharmaceutics to help identify and solve chemical problems in research areas.

Key Facts

The M.S. in Medicinal Chemistry leverages the expertise of NSU’s Halmos College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Pharmacy. Instruction takes place both inside the classroom and in the laboratory. Graduates of the program will have extensive lab experience gained through research or an internship, resulting in greater opportunities to advance your career.

Careers in Medicinal Chemistry

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists - Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
Chemists - Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary - Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary - Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Physical Pharmacy
Advanced Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics
Organic Medicinal Chemistry
Advanced Biochemistry
Advanced Instrumentation
Principles of Drug Design
Inorganic Medicinal Chemistry
Product Development and Industrial Pharmacy
Molecular and Cellular Pharmacodynamics
Pharmaceutical Polymers
Patent and Litigation
Modern Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-17 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

35 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Davie, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the completed NSU Graduate Application and the $50 application fee.
Provide a baccalaureate degree from an accredited academic institution.
Submit official transcripts from all educational institutions attended since high school.
Meet the minimum cumulative GPA requirement of 3.0 for admission consideration.
GRE is not required but may be submitted if desired.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae.
Non‑native English speakers or graduates of institutions where English is not the primary language must demonstrate English proficiency through a qualifying U.S. degree or acceptable TOEFL scores (iBT 80+ old scale or 4+ new scale).

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

26705 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26705 USD / year

≈ 26705 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

26705 USD / year

≈ 26705 USD / year

Living costs

Davie

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.

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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