Program Overview
The Medical and Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation at University of Groningen is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Medical and Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical and Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Colloquium I
- Introduction to Research Project I
- Research Project
- Topclass I: Recent developments in medical, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sciences
- Topclass II: Modern techniques in medical, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sciences
- Topclass III: Theoretical preparation for advanced research in medical, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sciences
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements
Assessment interview
Students who are deemed admissible will be invited to take part in a (Skype) interview during which they will give a short research presentation.Reference letter
Two or three letters of recommendation from academics must be submitted.
Written request
Students are required to submit a letter of motivation
Other admission requirements
Medical and Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation is a selective master programme. Students are selected based on their grades, motivation, (research) skills, and letters of reference. As part of the selection procedure, students will be invited to present a research paper and to take part in a (Skype) interview.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Groningen directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Groningen
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
University of Groningen is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date February 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30