Pharmacy in English at Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Kralove
Charles Hradec Kralove Pharmacy program overview
Best fit
Students who want Pharmacy in English at Charles University, with a strong Chemistry foundation and a quieter, lower-cost Czech student-city setting.
Degree outcome
The official pages describe a five-year undergraduate Master course in Pharmacy. The route is professionally focused and creates a base for postgraduate study.
Recognition note
The study-program page says the programme complies with EU Directive 2005/36/EC on pharmacist education. Licensing is still decided by the destination country.
Admissions and application timeline
30 Apr 2026
Published online application deadline for 2026/2027.
20 Mar / 13 May / 27 Jun
Online test dates listed on the official admission-requirements page.
30 Sep 2026
Deadline listed for submitting verified secondary-education documents.
English
The course is taught in English and the written test includes English grammar.
What the faculty looks for
The faculty says it seeks applicants with appropriate academic qualification, good command of English and high motivation to study Pharmacy.
Prepare verification early
Secondary-school documents must be authenticated according to country of origin and translated into English or Czech by a court translator where needed.
Pharmacy entrance exam
50 questions
The largest science block and the first preparation priority.
30 questions
Core Biology remains essential for the Pharmacy written test.
20 questions
A Pharmacy-specific area applicants can miss when they prepare from Medicine-only material.
40 questions
English grammar answers are worth 0.5 points each.
IB waiver possibility
The faculty lists possible entrance-exam waivers for applicants with the required IB Biology result, one required second science or math subject and an overall IB score of at least 32 points, subject to faculty evaluation.
Preparation warning
A Medicine-style Biology/Chemistry plan is not enough here. Pharmacy applicants need Botany and English grammar practice as real scoring areas.
Tuition fees and budget
| Cost item | Current planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 7,900 / year | Published by the faculty for the English-taught five-year Pharmacy course. |
| Living costs excluding tuition | Approx. EUR 3,500 / year | Faculty estimate for moderate accommodation, inland travel, living expenses and books. |
| University halls | EUR 150 / bed / month | Optional halls of residence in Hradec Kralove. |
| Optional board | EUR 120 / month | Optional full board listed by the faculty. |
| Documents and visa setup | Variable | Budget for translations, authentication, insurance, travel and first-month setup. |
Curriculum overview
Scientific base
Expect heavy Chemistry, Biology and pharmaceutical-sciences foundations early in the programme.
Professional pharmacy
The course is oriented toward pharmaceutical practice, medicinal products and pharmacist activities.
Specialisation room
Recommended and optional subjects let students shape part of the programme around their interests.
EU framework
The faculty states compliance with EU Directive 2005/36/EC on higher education of pharmacists.
How Medimentor helps with Charles Pharmacy preparation
Chemistry priority
Focus on the largest science block with repeated question practice and clear explanations.
Botany gap
Cover the Pharmacy-specific Botany block early instead of leaving it as a last-minute topic.
English scoring
Use grammar practice to protect the 20 possible points from the English section.
FAQ
Sources
- Faculty of Pharmacy — Pharmacy Master study program
- Faculty of Pharmacy — Admission requirements 2026/2027
- Faculty of Pharmacy — Study program
- Charles University
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