The Master's program is a research-oriented, advanced course of study lasting four semesters.
Admission to a Master's program requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent first professional qualification. The examination regulations specify which degree programs or Bachelor's degrees are accepted as admission requirements for each Master's program.
The aim of the advanced Master's program is to develop independent scientific skills, including the ability to work in an interdisciplinary and practice-oriented manner.
The general Master's program in Chemistry comprises three core modules, which can be freely combined from all offered sub-disciplines of chemistry. Building upon this foundation, students can then specialize in selected disciplines through advanced modules that focus on research-oriented content and lab experience. This structure allows for both a broad-based course of study across several classic areas of chemistry and individual specialization through the targeted combination of related fields. Students can thus either develop a generalist profile with comprehensive training or specialize early on and develop a clear professional profile.
Each core module concludes with an oral final module exam. Two sub-disciplines are explored in greater depth through two Advanced Module I courses, and one of these is further explored through an additional Advanced Module II course, in which specialized knowledge and research techniques are taught. The final module consists of a research-based master’s thesis supported by seminars; nine months are allocated for this thesis, which may also be completed abroad. The overall grade for the Master’s degree is composed of the three graded oral final module exams and the grade for the Master’s thesis.
Some possible combinations you can find in the overview: "Mein Master passt zu mir!" (PDF). (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible)
Application
Application process
The SPUR application portal is now open for applications to begin studies in the 2026/27 winter semester.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Expected required documents
From all applicants:
- Bachelor's degree certificate (if already available)
- Transcript of records (at least 140 LP) with preliminary overall grade
- Proof of English language proficiency: B2
- tabular CV (German or English)
From applicants who did not obtain a bachelor's degree in Chemistry at a German university:
- Details of course content (e.g., module handbook)
- Details of the university where the bachelor's degree was obtained
Additionally for foreign applicants:
- Preliminary examination documentation (VPD) from uni-assist (please allow for lead times; late submission until end of June)
- APS Certificate for applicants from China, Vietnam, and India (please allow for processing time; documents may be submitted until matriculation)
- Basic knowledge of German (if available); otherwise, basic German course during the first year of study
Application period
Expected application period for a start in the 2026/27 winter semester:
April 15 - June 1, 2026 (via the SPUR application portal)
Modules
Compulsory Elective Core Modules (there are three to select)
You have to select three modules!
Definition: L: Lecture, E: Exercise, LC: Lab course, S: Seminar
| Module CHE-MSc-M 01 "Core Module Inorganic Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. A. Pfitzner) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Inorganic Chemistry 1 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Inorganic Chemistry 2 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Inorganic Chemistry 3 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Inorganic Chemistry 4 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe | Experimental Methods in Inorganic Chemistry | LC+S | 4+3 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 02 "Core Module Organic Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. R. Gschwind) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Organic Chemistry 1 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Organic Chemistry 2 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Organic Chemistry 3 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Organic Chemistry 4 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe | Methods in Organic Synthesis | LC | 6 | |
| WiSe | Seminar accompanying the Lab Course Methods in Organic Synthesis | S | 2 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 03 "Core Module Physical Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Physical Chemistry 1 | L | 4 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Physical Chemistry 2 | L | 4 | |
| SoSe | Lab Course Physical Chemistry | LC | 4 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 04 "Core Module Bioanalysis & Biosensors" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. F.-M. Matysik) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Bioanalysis 1 | L | 3 | |
| SoSe | Bioanalysis 2 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe | Lab course Bioanalysis | LC | 8 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 05 "Core Module Theoretical Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. D. Horinek) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Molecular dynamics I | L+E | 2+2 | |
| SoSe | Molecular dynamics II | L+E | 2+2 | |
| WiSe | Density functional theory | L | 2 | |
| SoSe | Statistical Thermodynamics | L | 2 | |
| 16 | ||||
Module CHE-MSc-M 06 "Core Module Biochemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. J. Wegener) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Molecular Biology of the Cell | L | 2 | |
| SoSe | Basic principles of Metabolism | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Lab Course Biochemistry (at the Biology Department) | LC | 10 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 15 "Core Module Medicinal Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. P. Koch) (external link, opens in a new window) - German only! | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | General Medicinal Chemistry (Allgemeine Medizinische Chemie) | L | 2 | |
| WiSe | Medicinal Chemistry I (Medizinische Chemie I) | L | 4 | |
| SoSe | Medicinal Chemistry II (Medizinische Chemie II) | L | 4 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Biochemical Testing Methods and introduction to Clinical Pharmacy (Biochemische Untersuchungsmethoden und Einführung in die klinische Pharmazie) | L | (4) | |
| WiSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Pharmacology and Toxicology I (Pharmakologie und Toxikologie I) | L | (4) | |
| SoSe | Compulsory elective lecture: Pharmacology and Toxicology II (Pharmakologie und Toxikologie II) | L | 4 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 17 "Core Module Sustainable Chemistry I" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| SoSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_I.1 | L | 2 | |
| SoSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_I.2 | L | 4 | |
| WiSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_I.3 | L | 4 | |
| SoSe | Lab Course Sustainable Chemistry G_I | L | 5 | |
| SoSe | Seminar Sustainable Chemistry G_I | 2 | ||
| 16 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 18 "Core Module Sustainable Chemistry II" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_II.1 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_II.2 | L | 2 | |
| SoSe | Lecture Sustainable Chemistry G_II.3 | L | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Research Lab Course Sustainable Chemistry G_II | L | 6 | |
| 16 | ||||
| Physics (external module) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| You have to chose two modules from M-VF 1 - 14 (Physics Department) | ||||
| 16 | ||||
| Biology (external module) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Special program at the Biology Department | ||||
| 16 | ||||
| Science Informatics (external module) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Special interdisciplinary program | ||||
| 16 | ||||
| Nanoscience (external module) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Special program at the Physics Department | ||||
| 16 | ||||
Compulsory Elective Advanced Modules (there are two to select)
You have to select two modules!
Definition: L: Lecture, E: Exercise, LC: Lab course, S: Seminar
| Module CHE-MSc-M 07 "Advanced Module I Inorganic Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. A. Pfitzner) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Preparatory Lab Course in Inorganic Syntheses | LC | 4 | |
| WiSe | Accompanying seminar to the Lab course in Inorganic Synthesis | S | 1 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 08 "Advanced Module I Organic Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. B. König) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Preparatory Lab Course in Organic Synthesis | LC | 4 | |
| SoSe | Accompanying seminar to the Lab Course in Organic Synthesis | S | 2 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 09 "Advanced Module I Physical Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Project Lab Physical Chemistry | LC | 4 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Seminar accompanying Project Lab | S | 1 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 10 "Advanced Module I Bioanalysis & Biosensors" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. J. Wegener) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe | Sensors, Arrays, Screening | L | 3 | |
| WiSe | Lab Course Sensors, Arrays, Screening | LC | 4 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 11 "Advanced Module I Theoretical Chemistry" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. D. Horinek) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Research Lab Course Theoretical Chemistry | LC | 5 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 16 "Advanced Module I Sustainable Chemistry I" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. B. König / Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Project Work Sustainable Chemistry (Video project) | LC | 2 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Seminar Sustainable Chemistry | S | 2 | |
| 6 | ||||
| Module CHE-MSc-M 19 "Advanced Module I Sustainable Chemistry II" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. W. Kunz) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| SoSe | Environmental problems from an economic perspective | L+E | 2+2 | |
| 6 | ||||
Compulsory Modules
Definition: L: Lecture, E: Exercise, LC: Lab course, S: Seminar
(Prof. Dr. A. Pfitzner) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Research Lab Course (to be chosen in either Inorganic, Organic, Physical Chemistry or Bioanalysis) | LC | 5/6 | |
| WiSe/SoSe | Special Lecture (to be chosen in either Inorganic, Organic, Physical Chemistry or Bioanalysis) | L | 2/4 | |
| 12 | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Research Lab Sustainable Chemistry (preferably external) | LC | 10 | |
| 12 | ||||
Module CHE-MSc-M 13 "Concluding Module" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. M. Scheer) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Research Methods Course | 10 | ||
| WiSe/SoSe | Excursion | 5 | ||
| 15 | ||||
Modul CHE-MSc-M 14 "Master's Thesis" (external link, opens in a new window) (Prof. Dr. J. Wegener) (external link, opens in a new window) | ||||
| Semester | Topic | Type of course | hours per week | CP |
| WiSe/SoSe | Master's Thesis | |||
| WiSe/SoSe | Working Group Seminar | S | 2 | |
| 33 | ||||
UR/ Annika Schuppe Contact
Dr. Claudia Wanninger-Weiß
Program Coordination and Study Advisory specialised for (Business) Chemistry
- E-mail address: studienberatung.chemie(at)ur.de (opens your email program)
Secondary e-mail address: claudia.wanninger-weiß(at)ur.de (opens your email program) - Tel: +49 941 943 4573 (starts a telephone call, if your device allows this)
- Location: Chemistry and Pharmacy, CH 3.1.87
- Important information: Study Advisor specialised in Chemistry and Business Chemistry
Programs:
Chemistry, Business Chemistry, Medical Chemistry
Study Advisory and Program Coordination for B.Sc. and M.Sc.
Office hours are typically Monday and Thursday
Consultation appointments by arrangement
