Pharmacy in English at Medical University of Silesia
Pharmacy program overview
Best fit
Applicants who want a large public medical university in Poland, are comfortable with a possible MS Teams oral entrance exam and want to compare Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy in the Silesian region.
Degree outcome
The listed outcome is Master of Pharmacy after 5.5 years / 11 semesters. Always confirm the final title and transcript wording on the official university page.
Recognition note
The degree is issued in Poland. Licensing still depends on the country where you want to work after graduation.
Watch out for
Medicine and Dentistry have clear 2026/2027 admission limits on the official site. Pharmacy is listed as English-taught and has official tuition information, but the current 2026/2027 limits page does not show Pharmacy seats, so applicants should confirm intake availability before applying.
City fit
SUM students study across Katowice, Zabrze and Sosnowiec. Katowice-Ligota has Medicine teaching facilities and dormitories, Zabrze has medical and dental teaching facilities, and Sosnowiec hosts the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dormitory rooms are limited, with prices depending on room size and standard.
Pharmacy admissions at SUM Silesia
Check intake first
SUM lists Pharmacy in English, but applicants should confirm the current intake seats with the admission office before applying.
Documents deadline
Upload the required documents and follow the candidate-account messages from the University Admission Committee.
MS Teams exam
Candidates may need an oral entrance exam in English. Biology or Chemistry is mandatory, plus one subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics.
Send originals
After satisfactory online verification, SUM asks accepted candidates to submit printed and signed forms plus original or notarized documents.
Documents
- Hand-signed application form generated from the candidate account.
- Original or notarized high-school diploma and required transcript or certificate documents.
- Apostille or legalization where required.
- Passport, 300 DPI passport photo and proof of English at B2 level where required.
- Registration-fee receipt and NAWA recognition statement where the applicant category requires it.
- Printed/signed application and original or notarized documents sent to SUM before the academic year starts after satisfactory verification.
Application timing
Poland timelines depend on the university, applicant category and intake. Check the official admission page for the target year before booking an exam.
Pharmacy entrance exam
Biology
Biology is one of the most common medical-admission subjects and should be prepared from the official syllabus.
Chemistry
Chemistry is common for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Veterinary and Pre-Med programs can differ by university.
English
English may be tested directly or checked through certificates and diagnostic exams depending on applicant background.
Tuition and budget
| Cost item | Current planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | PLN 22,200/semester in the 2025/2026 tuition appendix | Use the official university page for final intake-year amount and payment schedule. |
| Living costs in Katowice | EUR 650-1,000 / month | Varies by housing, lifestyle, exchange rates and how early accommodation is booked. |
| Application and exam fees | 85 PLN / 100 PLN | SUM lists an 85 PLN registration fee, or 100 PLN for candidates qualified on the basis of a university entrance exam. Pharmacy tuition is listed per semester in the official tuition appendix. |
| Document costs | Variable | Budget for translation, legalization, recognition documents, travel, insurance and first housing deposits. |
Pharmacy curriculum and recognition
Science foundations
Expect early work in Biology, Chemistry and basic medical or health-science subjects.
Core program modules
The middle years move into program-specific subjects, labs, seminars and practical training.
Clinical or practical work
Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine each add practical training in different settings.
Licensing check
Before applying, verify recognition in the country where you want to work after graduation.
How Medimentor helps
Exam prep
Practise the Biology, Chemistry and English topics that are most common in Poland admissions.
English terminology
Review medical and science vocabulary so the exam language is less of a barrier.
Application planning
Keep documents, deadlines, fees and university choices visible while you prepare.
FAQ
Sources
- SUM admission home
- SUM admission calendar
- SUM step-by-step application
- SUM score calculation
- SUM admission limits
- SUM tuition and fees
- SUM tuition appendix
- SUM Medicine
- SUM Medicine and Dentistry
- SUM Pharmacy
- SUM accommodation
- SUM student life
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