| Study Location | Kharkiv |
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| Academic Field | I8 Pharmacy |
| Type | One Tier Master, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 4 years 10 months (300 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Doctor of Pharmacy |
| Entry qualification | The certificate of Completed Secondary Education is required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English (except for documents issued in Ukraine upon completion of studies at local educational institutions) . In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
During the selection process we examine the competency of the applicant in two ways:
The faculty decides about the eligibility of the applicant by examining the documents of previous studies (degree, subject, results). This is followed by an entrance exams that evaluate the level of study-language and basic subjects depends on speciality.
The exams can be conducted online. In order to validate the entrant’s person, exams taken remotely are recorded on video, as is the person verification process. The recording is archived for at least five years on University’s grounds and the link to that recording is available in the united base of Ministry of Education of Ukraine.
Program Structure
Year 1 – Foundations of Pharmacy
Build a strong scientific base and professional orientation.
- General Chemistry – understanding chemical principles used in medicines
- Biology – basics of human and cellular biology
- Mathematics & Biostatistics – calculations essential for pharmacy practice
- Latin & Medical Terminology – professional pharmaceutical language
- Introduction to Pharmacy – overview of the pharmacist’s role
- Organic Chemistry – structure and reactions of medicinal compounds
- Anatomy & Physiology – how the human body works
- Physics – physical principles used in pharmaceutical technologies
- Pharmaceutical Ethics & Law – professional standards and regulations
Year 2 – Core Pharmaceutical Sciences
Understand medicines from composition to biological action.
- Analytical Chemistry – quality control and drug analysis
- Biochemistry – chemical processes in living organisms
- Microbiology – microorganisms and infection control
- Pharmaceutical Botany – medicinal plants and natural substances
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry – development and properties of medicines
- Pathophysiology – mechanisms of diseases
- Pharmacognosy – natural medicines and herbal drugs
- Laboratory Practice – hands-on pharmaceutical skills
Year 3 – Medicines & Patients
Connect medicines with patient care and safety.
- Pharmacology – how drugs act in the human body
- Pharmaceutics – formulation and production of dosage forms
- Clinical Biochemistry – diagnostics and laboratory indicators
- Pharmaceutical Technology – modern drug manufacturing
- Clinical Pharmacy – patient-oriented pharmaceutical care
- Toxicology – safety and adverse effects of drugs
- Quality Control of Medicines – standards and regulations
- Professional Practice Training
Year 4 – Professional Practice
Prepare for professional practice and leadership roles.
- Hospital & Community Pharmacy – real-world pharmacy work
- Pharmacoeconomics – cost-effectiveness of medicines
- Management & Marketing in Pharmacy – business and leadership skills
- Regulatory Affairs – drug registration and compliance
- Industrial Pharmacy – large-scale drug production
- Pharmaceutical Care – patient counseling and therapy support
- Internship / Practical Training
- Research Project
Year 5 – Specialization & Graduation
Graduate as a confident, career-ready pharmacist.
- Advanced Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Innovation & Biotechnology
- Elective Subjects (student’s choice)
- Pre-Diploma Practice
- Final Internship
- State Exams
- Graduation Thesis
Overview
The programme focuses on developing professional competencies in the field of pharmacy. A high level of professional training is provided by a powerful scientific and academic school of pharmacy and many years of experience, developed international cooperation in the scientific and educational spheres, and the availability of specialised laboratories. A high level of practical training is provided by the involvement of leading specialists of enterprises and institutions of the pharmaceutical sector of healthcare in the educational and scientific process. Specialists involved in professional and scientific training have completed internships at leading European Universities, have international experience in educational and scientific activities
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as pharmacists in community and hospital pharmacies, specialists in pharmaceutical companies, quality control and regulatory affairs experts, or researchers in laboratories. Many alumni continue their studies at the PhD level and build successful international careers in the global pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.