Master of Science Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmazeutische Forschung
Freie Universität Berlin offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Health & Medicine in Berlin, ranked #113 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Apr 2027
- Apply via
- uni-assist
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Berlin student life.
Living in Berlin →
What you'll study
12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Master of Science Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmazeutische Forschung. Master in Health & Welfare at Freie Universität Berlin, Berlin, DE. Taught in English.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#113
- QS World 2025#97
- Times Higher Education 2025#104
- THE — Arts And Humanities 2026#26
- THE — Social Sciences 2026#49
- THE — Law 2026#63
- THE — Psychology 2026#74
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Freie Universität Berlin
Worth comparing
Same field, similar entry tier. Most applicants apply to 3–5.
Common questions
Is Master of Science Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmazeutische Forschung at Freie Universität Berlin taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at Freie Universität Berlin?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Apr 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Freie Universität Berlin good for Health & Medicine?
Freie Universität Berlin ranks #26 in Arts And Humanities (THE 2026).
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