Finland · Master's
University of Turku
MSc Biomedical Sciences (Drug Discovery & Development)
University of Turku
Course Overview
The University of Turku — Finland's second-oldest university and a strong life-science research hub — offers an English-taught MSc in Biomedical Sciences with a Drug Discovery and Development track. The 2-year (120 ECTS) Master's covers pharmacology, molecular medicine, biomarker research, preclinical and clinical drug development, and bioimaging, with research embedded in Turku's internationally recognised Centre for Biotechnology, PET Centre, and the BioCity Turku cluster — one of the Nordics' densest concentrations of health and pharma research.
Sri Lankan applicants — biomedical science, pharmacy, biochemistry, and life-science graduates — choose Turku for: a specialist English-medium drug-development credential, moderate tuition relative to UK/US options, and Finland's generous 2-year post-study residence permit. As Sri Lanka's pharmaceutical and diagnostics sector grows, this expertise is directly relevant. The MSc suits those targeting pharma R&D, clinical trials, diagnostics, and doctoral study.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A recognised Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a closely-related life-science discipline.
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants with BSc degrees in Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or Microbiology (Colombo, Peradeniya, Kelaniya, Sri Jayewardenepura, SLIIT) are competitive.
- check_circle A motivation letter aligned with the drug-discovery track, plus an academic CV.
- check_circle Selective annual admission; certified, translated transcripts and degree certificates submitted via Studyinfo.fi.
- check_circle Academic references where requested.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 5.5).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 92 Overall.
- check_circle Cambridge English: C1 Advanced.
- check_circle Programme is taught 100% in English — Finnish not required for the degree.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's was taught and assessed entirely in English (Sri Lankan applicants with English-medium degrees qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, non-EU) | €12,000 | Rs. 4,140,000 |
| Living Expenses in Turku (12 months) | €9,600 | Rs. 3,312,000 |
| Residence Permit & Health Insurance | €650 | Rs. 224,250 |
| Books & Lab Materials | €600 | Rs. 207,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €22,850 | Rs. 7,883,250 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Finland grants non-EU graduates a 2-year residence permit to seek work after their degree. Biomedical Sciences graduates work in pharma and biotech R&D, clinical research organisations, diagnostics, and contract research, plus salaried PhD positions across the Nordics. Sri Lankan returnees route into pharmaceutical R&D and regulatory roles, diagnostics laboratories, the Medical Research Institute, and university science faculties.
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