Pharmacy in English at VIZJA University in Warsaw is a 5.5-year long-cycle Master's program. It suits applicants who want a Pharmacy degree in Poland and need to prepare science foundations before the placement test.
Pharmacy program overview
Best fit
Applicants who want Pharmacy in English in Warsaw, are open to a private university and are ready to prepare science foundations before the placement test.
Degree outcome
The listed outcome is Master's degree in 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
The Pharmacy page currently shows recruitment soon, and the 2026/2027 English tuition list is not published yet. Confirm intake status, tuition, placement-test rules and recognition details before committing.
City fit
Warsaw is Poland's largest city and has the broadest international student scene, but it is also one of the more expensive places to live. VIZJA states that it does not have its own dormitory and instead works with trusted housing options that the Admission Office can share after application.
Pharmacy admissions at VIZJA Warsaw
All candidates who want to study Pharmacy in English must take a placement test at the beginning of the first semester. VIZJA says the test checks Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English for the pharmaceutical industry. A positive result allows the student to study without the preparatory semester; other students complete the preparatory semester. The VIZJA admission guide also says that from 1 July, general-knowledge entry exams are obligatory for candidates for bachelor or long-cycle programmes who do not hold an EU diploma, and that the exam is organized online through the Extranet platform. The 2026/2027 English tuition page currently says the fee list is available soon, so applicants should confirm current tuition before paying or accepting an offer.
Before applying
Check intake status
The Pharmacy page currently says recruitment soon, so confirm that the English intake is open before planning travel or payments.
Documents
Prepare papers
Upload documents through the Extranet and prepare diploma recognition, translations, B2 English proof and visa documents where required.
Semester start
Take placement test
The English Pharmacy placement test checks Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English for the pharmaceutical industry.
If needed
Preparatory semester
Students who do not pass the placement test complete a preparatory semester without changing the full Pharmacy program structure.
Documents
Online application and admission Extranet account.
Original high-school diploma and transcript for inspection.
Certified translation where required; VIZJA exempts some document languages from translation.
Apostille or legalization where required.
English certificate at minimum B2 level if required by the current Polish rules.
Passport, visa or residence card and health insurance for foreign applicants.
NAWA recognition through Syrena where the diploma requires recognition.
Parent or guardian consent if the applicant is under 18.
Application timing
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
All candidates who want to study Pharmacy in English must take a placement test at the beginning of the first semester. VIZJA says the test checks Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English for the pharmaceutical industry. A positive result allows the student to study without the preparatory semester; other students complete the preparatory semester. Non-EU diploma holders may also need the online general-knowledge entry exam described in the admission guide. Medimentor preparation is useful for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English terminology.
Science
Biology
Biology is one of the most common medical-admission subjects and should be prepared from the official syllabus.
Science
Chemistry
Chemistry is common for Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Veterinary and Pre-Med programs can differ by university.
Language
English
English may be tested directly or checked through certificates and diagnostic exams depending on applicant background.
Tuition and budget
Published tuition for this program: 2026/2027 fees pending. Use the official university page for the final intake-year amount, payment split, bank details and refund rules.
For living costs in Warsaw, use roughly EUR 900-1,400 / month before travel, visa, document translation and setup costs.
Cost item
Planning figure
Notes
Tuition
2026/2027 fees pending
Use the official university page for final intake-year amount and payment schedule.
Living costs in Warsaw
EUR 900-1,400 / month
Varies by housing, lifestyle, exchange rates and how early accommodation is booked.
Application and exam fees
Check official page
VIZJA handles payments through the admission Extranet. The 2026/2027 English tuition and fee list is currently marked as available soon.
Document costs
Variable
Budget for translation, legalization, recognition documents, travel, insurance and first housing deposits.
Pharmacy curriculum and recognition
The first year includes general and inorganic chemistry, biology with genetics, biophysics, mathematics, human physiology and anatomy. Later years move into pharmacy-specific subjects such as pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, toxicology, drug technology, pharmacognosy, drug chemistry, master thesis work and pharmacy placements. After the diploma exam, students complete a six-month professional internship in a pharmacy.
VIZJA says the Pharmacy curriculum follows the Polish standard of education preparing for the pharmacist profession. Pharmacy recognition and licensing can still depend on the country where the graduate wants to work, so applicants should check the relevant pharmacy regulator.
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
Use Medimentor to review Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and pharmaceutical English, practise questions, build flashcards and identify weak areas before the first semester.
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.
Can I study Pharmacy in English at VIZJA University?
Yes. The official Pharmacy page lists Polish and English as teaching languages for Pharmacy at VIZJA University in Warsaw.
How long is Pharmacy at VIZJA University?
VIZJA lists Pharmacy as 5.5 years or 11 semesters, worth 360 ECTS credits and ending with a master's degree in pharmacy.
Does VIZJA Pharmacy have an entrance exam?
All English Pharmacy candidates must take a placement test at the beginning of the first semester. The test checks Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English for the pharmaceutical industry. Non-EU diploma holders may also need an online general-knowledge entry exam.
How much is Pharmacy tuition at VIZJA?
The 2026/2027 English tuition page currently says the tuition and fees list is available soon. Applicants should confirm the current Pharmacy fee directly before applying.
Can Medimentor help with VIZJA Pharmacy preparation?
Yes. Medimentor can help with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, English terminology and question practice. It does not guarantee admission; VIZJA makes the final decision.