Pharmacy in English at Masaryk University

Official program
Pharmacy
Language
English
Degree
Master in Pharmacy
Duration
5 years
Annual tuition fees
EUR 7,500 / year
Entrance exam
2 written tests
Subjects
Bio, Chem
Pharmacy at Masaryk University is a five-year integrated English-taught programme at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Brno. It is a long-cycle programme, not divided into Bachelor's and follow-up Master's study, and leads to Master in Pharmacy.

Masaryk Pharmacy program overview

Best fit

Students who want a dedicated Pharmacy faculty within a large Czech university, small-group practical teaching and a Biology/Chemistry entrance exam without Physics.

Degree outcome

The official programme page lists the degree as Master in Pharmacy, NQF level 8+9, with eligibility to continue in Ph.D. studies.

Recognition note

The Faculty of Pharmacy page says the Master in Pharmacy degree is compliant with EU Directive 2005/36/ES and fully recognized in EU member countries.

Admissions and application timeline

Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are listed as open. The Faculty of Pharmacy gives two deadlines: 31 May 2026 for non-EU residents and 31 July 2026 for EU residents, with September 2026 intake.
Non-EU deadline

31 May 2026

Use the earlier deadline if visa timing applies.

EU deadline

31 Jul 2026

Published deadline for EU residents.

Application fee

CZK 870

Paid through IS MU during the final application step.

Intake

Sep 2026

Orientation Week is listed for 7-13 September 2026.

Documents

Mandatory attachments

  • Short CV in English.
  • Copy of secondary school certificate or mid-term certificate for future graduates.
  • Copy of passport.
  • English-proficiency certificate, with IB exemption noted by the faculty.
  • Verified/authenticated secondary-school results or final certificate by enrolment.
Language

Certificate, but no fixed level

The page asks for an English-proficiency certificate, but also says there is no specific English-level requirement to apply. Students still need enough English to handle pharmacy study and the entrance process.

Masaryk Pharmacy entrance exam

The Pharmacy entrance exam is separate from Medicine and Dentistry. The official page lists written tests in Biology and Chemistry, each with 40 questions and a 40-minute time limit.
Biology

40 questions

One point per correct answer.

Chemistry

40 questions

No minus points are listed.

Pass mark

40 / 80

The acceptance pass mark is 50% from both tests in total.

Attempt limit

Once per round

Applicants may sit the entrance exam only once per admission round.

Entrance exams are provided from 5 January 2026 to 15 August 2026. The page says exams are held online and/or in person, with online exams held on Zoom, and applicants are normally notified of the result within two working days.

Tuition fees and budget

The Faculty of Pharmacy page lists tuition at EUR 7,500 per year. This is a different currency and amount from Masaryk's Faculty of Medicine routes, so students should avoid copying Medicine/Dentistry budgets directly.
Cost itemCurrent planning figureNotes
TuitionEUR 7,500 / yearPublished for the English-taught Pharmacy programme.
Application feeCZK 870Paid through IS MU during application submission.
Living costs in BrnoApprox. EUR 650-900 / monthDepends on dormitory/private housing, food, insurance and personal spending.
Document processingVariableBudget for verified/authenticated copies and translations where required.
Orientation WeekSome paid, some freeThe official page says students can book a full package or join only unpaid activities.

Curriculum and practical training

The official page describes Pharmacy as a practical five-year programme with more than half of classes applying theory through hands-on experiences and laboratory work. The minimum completion requirement is 300 ECTS, followed by the Final State Examination and Diploma Thesis defence.

Medication science

Comprehensive knowledge of medications, pharmacology and pharmacotherapy.

Production and use

Preparation and production of drugs, plus safe and effective use in prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

Internship

A six-month pharmacy internship is integral and can take place in Czechia or abroad.

Professional context

Legal, economic and ethical principles of the pharmacist profession are part of the programme.

Different faculty, different rules

Pharmacy is run by the Faculty of Pharmacy, not by the Faculty of Medicine. Its tuition, application deadlines and Biology/Chemistry exam model are separate from Medicine and Dentistry.

Other Masaryk health routes

Masaryk also lists General Medicine and Dentistry through the Faculty of Medicine, plus a Foundation Programme for those two routes.

Compare all Masaryk routes

How Medimentor helps with Masaryk Pharmacy

Masaryk Pharmacy preparation should focus on Biology and Chemistry. Medimentor helps students build recall, practise MCQ timing and avoid overpreparing Physics from the Medicine/Dentistry route when it is not part of the published Pharmacy exam.

Biology

Build the biological foundation needed for the 40-question Biology test.

Chemistry

Practise calculations, reactions and core chemistry under timed MCQ conditions.

FAQ

Can I study Pharmacy in English at Masaryk University?
Yes. Masaryk University's Faculty of Pharmacy lists Pharmacy as a five-year integrated English-taught programme leading to Master in Pharmacy.
How much is Masaryk Pharmacy tuition for 2026/2027?
The Faculty of Pharmacy page lists Pharmacy tuition at EUR 7,500 per year for the English-taught programme.
What is the Masaryk Pharmacy entrance exam?
The official page lists a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry. Each test has 40 questions, 40 minutes, no minus points, and the acceptance pass mark is 40 points from 80 total.
Does Masaryk Pharmacy include Physics in the entrance exam?
No. The Faculty of Pharmacy page lists Biology and Chemistry for Pharmacy. Physics belongs to the Faculty of Medicine entrance model for Medicine and Dentistry.
What are the 2026/2027 application deadlines?
The Faculty of Pharmacy page lists 31 May 2026 for non-EU residents and 31 July 2026 for EU residents, with September 2026 intake.
Is the Masaryk Pharmacy degree recognized in the EU?
The Faculty of Pharmacy page says the Master in Pharmacy degree is compliant with EU Directive 2005/36/ES and fully recognized in EU member countries.

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Last updated: May 2026.
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