Toxicology

Specialisation of: Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Degree: Master of Science in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Mode of Study: Full-time
Duration: 2 years
Start date: Flexible
Language of instruction: English
Location: Leiden
Croho/isat code: 60207
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The Master’s specialisation in Toxicology comprises both compulsory and optional elements. The compulsory components are two research projects, both of which include writing a master’s thesis. The main research project must be within the discipline of Toxicology and the minor research project should preferably be in a different discipline of Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences. Other compulsory components are: a literature study, including writing an essay or thesis, attending two advanced lecture series in disciplines of Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences, participating in the Scientific Conduct course, and attending twenty lectures and colloquia presented by other master’s students in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Career

The Master’s specialisation in Toxicology focuses on cellular and molecular mechanisms of toxicity. You are trained to become a junior drug researcher and are prepared for a career in toxicology.