Master's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Academic Degree: Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Area of Knowledge: Health
Decree Number: No. 005914 of 2021
Coordinator: Dr. Cristián Tapia (ctapia@uchile.cl)
Application Period:
- Start: August 19, 2024
- End: October 31, 2024
Fees (2024):
- Annual Registration: CLP 185.300
- Annual Tuition: CLP 5.515.250
- Discounts: Up to 100%
For international students, fees will be charged in U.S. dollars (USD) based on the official exchange rate of the day, where applicable.
Description
The Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences is an evening, professional program designed to specialize, deepen, and apply advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical technology and engineering, with a strong emphasis on regulatory aspects. The program aims to contribute to the development of human capital in these fields and provide specialized training to professionals working in related areas.
As an interdisciplinary program, it focuses on both conventional and cutting-edge pharmaceutical technology and engineering, ensuring that students are exposed to the latest advances in the field for practical application in professional settings.
Objectives
The Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences is an evening, professional program oriented toward the specialization, deepening, generation, and application of advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical technology and engineering, as well as in regulatory aspects. The program’s goal is to contribute to the development of human capital in the country in pharmaceutical technology and engineering and to offer specialized training to professionals in related fields.
Development Areas
The development areas that support the program are:
- Formulation of products and process development for the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Formulation of products and process development for the Dental Industry
- Formulation of products and process development for the Veterinary Industry
- Formulation of products and process development for the Dietary Supplements Industry
Each of these areas is led by core faculty members who conduct research on related topics.
The curriculum comprises a total of 90 credits, including the thesis or the equivalent formative activity to the thesis (AFET). Of these, 34 credits correspond to compulsory courses, including core courses, the thesis/AFET project preparation workshop, and the research unit or internship. As for elective courses, the candidate must complete a minimum of 6 credits. The thesis or equivalent formative activity (AFET) is equivalent to 50 credits.
| Semester | Course | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology and Engineering | Compulsory | 6 |
| Advanced Biopharmaceutics | Compulsory | 6 | |
| Elective Course(s) | Elective | 6 (minimum) | |
| II | Research Unit or Internship | Compulsory | 10 |
| Thesis/AFET Project Workshop | Compulsory | 6 | |
| Management | Compulsory | 6 | |
| III | Thesis or Equivalent Formative Activity | Compulsory | 50 |
| IV | Program Credits | 90 (minimum) |
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or an equivalent degree or title granted by national or international universities. Candidates must take a diagnostic admission exam and attend an interview. Non-Spanish-speaking students must have oral and written proficiency in Spanish. Applicants must also meet any additional requirements deemed necessary by the special committee.
The following information is in Spanish, the English title is given for reference only: Evaluation Criteria for Applicants to the Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Scholarships and Funding
Students can apply for the following scholarships:
- ANID Scholarship
- Faculty of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Scholarship
- Fee Reduction: Students may apply for a fee reduction based on a socioeconomic evaluation conducted by the Social Worker.
International students can also apply for doctoral funding scholarships in Chile through institutions in their home countries. Requirements must be verified directly with the relevant institution. Here are two examples:
- Senescyt (for students from Ecuador only)
- Pronabec (for students from Peru only)
Students may apply for all scholarships, but they cannot be combined. Scholarships are renewed annually. For more information, please contact: posgrado@ciq.uchile.cl.
Application
- APPLICATIONS OPEN: Monday, August 19, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
IMPORTANT: To apply to the doctoral and master’s programs, you must have an account in the MiUchile system.
If you do not have an account yet, please register at the following link: Uchile Passport
Applications and Admission to the Program
Eligible candidates for the program must hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training with competencies in the areas of Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Engineering Sciences, or other related sciences, awarded by the University of Chile or another state-recognized university. Candidates may also hold a degree or title granted by national or international universities that are equivalent or similar to the aforementioned studies, as determined by the Academic Committee.
The selection will be made by the Academic Committee based on the following criteria:
- Evaluation of academic and curricular documents.
- A personal interview in which the candidate’s interests, ability to answer general questions, and motivation for the program will be analyzed.
- Any other instrument deemed relevant by the Academic Committee or the Graduate School.
All documents are in Spanish, and their English titles are provided for reference only.