Many paths are open to you. The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) is an initial degree qualifying graduates for professional careers, which can be earned in just six semesters. However, a specific job market for B.Sc. chemists has not yet been established.
Master’s Program
Most graduates choose to pursue the advanced, four-semester Master of Science program in chemistry or a closely related scientific field. The master’s degree, which requires earning 120 credit points (CP), offers extensive options for customization. The core curriculum includes, in addition to the six-month master’s thesis as the final requirement (30 CP), four four-week research internships in various research groups of your choice; one of these can be completed outside of chemistry or in industry. Research internships of up to 12 weeks can be credited toward a stay abroad. For the elective modules, students must successfully complete six modules across three core areas (at least one from each). The core areas are characterized by a content-related thematic structure. Additional courses can be selected based on individual interests, either from a broad range of subjects or a more focused study program.
Doctorate
Given the research-intensive nature of the chemistry program, earning a doctorate plays an important role. Approximately 75% of all students work on their own research project during a three-to-four-year doctorate after completing their master’s degree.