The Master's in Bioorganic Chemistry is an innovative program designed to train highly qualified specialists in an interdisciplinary field of great scientific and technological relevance. Positioned at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and biotechnology, this master's offers a solid and comprehensive education focused on studying molecular interactions in biological systems and synthesizing compounds with diverse applications, from medicine to sustainability.
Join the Master's in Bioorganic Chemistry and get ready to make a difference!
If you are looking for advanced training that combines academic excellence with a strong practical orientation, this master's is the right choice. With a highly qualified faculty and access to top-tier laboratories, the program offers a complete and rigorous education, allowing you to develop the skills necessary for a successful career. Investing in the Master's in Bioorganic Chemistry is an investment in a future of innovation and scientific discovery, where you can play an active role in building a more sustainable and technologically advanced world.
These scholarships, worth 450 euros, are available to all students from the School or other Higher Education Institutions who are applying for the first time to the first year of a Master’s programme at NOVA FCT and have a final undergraduate grade of 15 or higher.
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Applications 2025/26
1st Phase: Feb. 3rd to Mar. 22nd
2nd Phase: Jun. 2nd to Jul. 18th
Vacancies: 25
Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Format: In-Person, Daytime
Language: English
Course Coordinator: Luísa Maria Pinto Ferreira , mbo.coordenador@fct.unl.pt
Academic division: mestrados@fct.unl.pt
The Master’s programme consists of one academic year followed by a year dedicated to an experimental thesis. During the academic year, half of the course units include an experimental component—analytical, structural, synthetic, or computational.
Tuition fee - Portuguese students: 1250€ / year
Tuition fee - Foreign students: 7000€ / year
Accepted candidates will be required to pay (within 7 consecutive days from the placement date) a non-refundable fee of €100, which will be deducted from the total tuition fee after enrolment.
Non-payment within this period will result in automatic exclusion of the candidate. No exceptions or late payments will be considered. Any payment made after the deadline will not be refunded, and the candidate will remain excluded.
Organic Synthetic Radiochemist (Pharmaron)
“My experience in this Master’s programme was extremely rewarding, thanks to the tools I gained in areas such as Organic Chemistry, Photochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Spectroscopy, among others, and to the high quality of teaching provided by the faculty.
Knowing that I wanted to work in the pharmaceutical industry, this was my first choice for a Master’s degree. It allowed me to boost my career, leading to two research fellowships in partnership with Hovione. I am currently working at a company in Cardiff dedicated to Organic Chemistry applied to radiochemical compounds. So, for me, it was an excellent choice!”
Quality Control Analyst (Generis)
European Patent Office
“I recently graduated with a Master’s in Bioorganic Chemistry. I completed my Bachelor’s in Applied Chemistry, and this programme was the natural continuation, as I wanted to deepen my knowledge. I believe I made a great choice.
In the first year, we focused heavily on the theoretical aspects of organic chemistry, while the second year is more hands-on, whether in a research lab at the Faculty or at an external institution or company. The lecturers and researchers are always available to guide us at every stage of the programme.”
Quality Assurance Analyst | RPK Biopharma – Novasoma
“After completing the Master’s, I went straight into the professional field and began working in Quality Assurance at Hikma Pharmaceuticals, a manufacturer of injectable medicines, where my work is directly connected to the production sector.
The Master’s in Bioorganic Chemistry is a very comprehensive programme, not only in terms of its curriculum but also in practical training. It covers a wide range of areas, including the pharmaceutical field, medicinal chemistry, elements of biotechnology, and especially green chemistry—which is becoming increasingly important.
I have no doubt that these two years helped me see Chemistry from a new perspective, and I’m certain it was the best choice I could have made!”
Member of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master consortium – ChEMoinformatics+
The Department of Chemistry (DQ) is a teaching and research unit of NOVA FCT dedicated to the quality of teaching, the progress of research and the provision of specialised services to the community in the fundamental areas of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.
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