| 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 (Clinical 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 – Scientific Foundations
Understanding the basics of science and healthcare.
- Semester 1 - Students begin with General Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Medical Terminology to build a strong scientific and professional base. An Introduction to Pharmacy helps them understand the pharmacist’s role in healthcare.
- Semester 2 - Organic Chemistry and Anatomy & Physiology explain how medicines interact with the human body. Physics and Pharmaceutical Ethics introduce safety, responsibility, and professional standards.
Year 2 – Core Pharmaceutical Knowledge
Medicines, diseases, and laboratory experience.
Semester 3 - Students study Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pharmaceutical Botany to learn how medicines are analyzed, produced, and sourced from nature.
Semester 4 - Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacognosy help students understand diseases and how medicines are developed to treat them. Laboratory practice strengthens hands-on skills.
Year 3 – From Medicines to Patients
Safe and effective use of medicines for patients.
Semester 5 - Pharmacology explains how drugs work in the body, while Pharmaceutics teaches dosage forms and drug delivery. Students also study Pharmaceutical Technology and Clinical Diagnostics.
Semester - Clinical Pharmacy introduces patient-centered care and rational drug use. Toxicology and Quality Control focus on medicine safety, supported by professional practical training.
Year 4 – Clinical & Professional Practice
Real-world pharmacy and healthcare teamwork.
Semester 7 - Students learn Hospital and Community Pharmacy, Pharmacoeconomics, and Pharmacy Management. They develop skills for working in healthcare teams and managing pharmaceutical services.
Semester 8 - Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Care, and extended clinical practice prepare students for real clinical and pharmacy environments. Research skills are also introduced.
Year 5 – Specialization & Graduation
Becoming a confident, career-ready clinical pharmacist.
Semester 9 - Advanced Clinical Pharmacy, Drug Therapy Monitoring, and elective subjects allow students to specialize. Pre-diploma practice strengthens clinical confidence.
Semester 10 - complete a final internship, pass state examinations, and defend their graduation thesis.
Overview
The Pharmacy program with a focus on Clinical Pharmacy is designed for students who want to understand both medicines and patient care. International students study how drugs work in the human body and how to use them safely and effectively in real clinical practice. The program combines strong scientific training with practical, patient-oriented education.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as clinical pharmacists, hospital or community pharmacists, pharmaceutical consultants, or specialists in pharmaceutical companies and healthcare institutions. This program prepares students for modern, in-demand careers where pharmacists play an active role in improving patient health worldwide.