Double Degree Master's Programme in Chemistry

Programme

Students can choose between two different tracks before applying for this degree. Depending on the track, the programme will slighly differ.

First semester:

Chimica Organica III con esercitazioni in aula*
Chimica Analitica III*
Chimica Fisica Biologica*
Chimica Inorganica II*
Chimica organometallica degli elementi di transizione*
Laboratorio di Chimica Organica III*
First track (mandatory for UPCité students): no additional teaching unit
Second track (mandatory for UniPI students) : 2 elective teaching unit to choose from the list below

Second semester:

Chimica Organica III con esercitazioni in aula*
Stereochimica*
Sostanze organiche naturali di interesse biologico e applicativo*
First track (mandatory for UPCité students): Internship
Second track (mandatory for UniPI students):
- Chimica, etica e società
- 2 elective teaching units to choose from the list below.

First semester:

Green Chemistry
Bio-inspired Catalysis
Chemistry of RNA and DNA for New Therapeutic Strategies
Selective Methods for Medicinal Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Collaborative Research Project 1
NMR of Biomolecules: Structure, Dynamics and Interactions
First track (mandatory for UPCité students):
- 3 elective teaching units (list below)
Second track (mandatory for UniPI students):
- 1 elective teaching unit (list below)
- Internship starts

Second semester:

First track (mandatory for UPCité students):
- Collaborative Research Project 2
- Internship
Second track (mandatory for UniPI students):
- Internship continues

1st semester:

Chimica Analitica Clinica
Chimica Nucleare
Fondamenti Molecolari delle Spettroscopie
Introduzione alla chimica medicinale
Metodi Numerici della Chimica Fisica
Metodologie chimiche, biochimiche e bio-analitiche per lo studio delle
proteine
Sintesi Organiche Stereoselettive
Strutturistica Chimica
Tecniche di Caratterizzazione in Chimica Inorganica

2nd semester:

Biopolimeri – Struttura e interazioni
Biotrasformazioni in Chimica Organica
Chemiometria modulo
Chemiometria modulo B
Metalli in Medicina
Microsistemi per l’analisi chimica
Modellistica Molecolare per i Sistemi Complessi
Proteomics: fundamentals, technology, and its application
Sistemi inorganici nanostrutturati
Spettroscopia NMR allo stato solido

3rd semester:

Synthesis of Bioactive Compounds
Biomolecular Modelling
Materials and Nanomaterials Modelling
Large Instruments and Laboratory Platforms: Techniques and Applications
Metabolomics
Chem 2.0

Academic calendar

First year in Pisa

First semester: 3rd week of September until the 3rd week of December
Second semester: Middle of February until end of May

Second year in Paris

First semester: Beginning of September until the end of December
Second semester: Beginning of January until the end of June

Learning outcomes

Graduates of the Double Degree programme will acquire a solid foundation in the core disciplines of chemistry, with particular emphasis on organic, molecular, biomolecular and medicinal chemistry.

The programme fosters strong theoretical understanding and advanced problem-solving abilities, enabling students to analyse complex chemical phenomena and address scientific challenges. Through extensive laboratory practice and internships in both research institutions and private companies, students develop hands-on technical skills and experience in applying modern chemical techniques.

Emphasis is placed on independent research, allowing students to formulate, develop, and test their own scientific hypotheses at the interface of organic, molecular, and medicinal chemistry. The program also nurtures essential transferable skills, including teamwork, project management, and participation in funding initiatives.

Professional opportunities upon graduation

Graduates of the Double Degree programme are well-prepared to pursue a variety of professional paths. They may join the Research & Development sector of both public and private organisations as research executives, contributing to innovative projects and technological development. Alternatively, they can continue their academic career by enrolling in a PhD programme, either in purely academic settings or in collaboration with industry partners. Graduates may also choose to complement their scientific training with one or more years in an MBA programme, preparing them for roles as entrepreneurs, business analysts, or managers who combine strong scientific expertise with strategic and market-oriented skills.

Application

For this programme, the students need to:

Hold a first-cycle degree (Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or an equivalent qualification),
Possess proficiency in English (level B2) and Italian (level B2).

They will need to provide transcripts, degree certificates, CV, motivation letter, and proof of language proficiency in both English and Italian.

Application is open until 30 June 2026!