01 / Universities
Available study options
Medical University of Sofia
Public university since 1917
14 university hospitals
Modern, fully equipped facilities
Medical University of Plovdiv
Public university since 1945
Dedicated Faculty of Pharmacy
Modern, fully equipped facilities
Masaryk University
Public, founded in 1919
Among Europe’s top 150 universities
Advanced labs and infrastructure
A Pharmacy degree abroad is not only about dispensing medicines: it means studying how an active substance is developed, formulated, controlled and used safely. The programme brings together pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, technology, biology and, in many courses, clinical pharmacy and laboratory work. Studying Pharmacy in English abroad can therefore be particularly interesting for those looking beyond community pharmacy — towards research, the pharmaceutical industry, regulatory affairs and international healthcare settings.
Medical University of Sofia — Bulgaria
- €8,000 per year
- English
- 5 years
- Online written test: 80 questions, 40 Chemistry and 40 Biology
Medical University of Plovdiv — Bulgaria
- €6,200 per year
- English
- 5 years
- 80 Biology/Chemistry questions and an English assessment
Masaryk University — Czechia
- €7,500 per year
- English
- 5 years
- 120 multiple-choice questions: 40 Chemistry, 40 Biology and 40 Physics or Mathematics
02 / Compare
What to compare
All three Pharmacy options are five-year programmes taught in English; tuition ranges from €6,200 to €8,000 per year, and every admission test includes Biology and Chemistry.
- Teaching language and language progression
- Course duration and clinical training
- Tuition and living costs
- Admission test or document assessment
- Application deadline and intake
- Private practice in clinics and surgeries
A degree earned at an accredited European university is recognised under EU directives; it is always important to check the accreditation of the course and the procedures for practising the profession.
03 / Support
How Medicor Tutor supports you
For Pharmacy, we compare the available universities, explain each admission process and support you with your application and with test or interview preparation.
04 / FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Pharmacy abroad taught in English?
Yes. All three Pharmacy programmes listed, at the Medical University of Sofia, the Medical University of Plovdiv and Masaryk University, are taught in English and last 5 years.
Is there an admission test for Pharmacy abroad?
Yes. Sofia uses an online written test with 80 questions (40 Chemistry, 40 Biology), Plovdiv 80 Biology/Chemistry questions plus an English assessment, and Masaryk University 120 questions in Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics.
How much does it cost to study Pharmacy abroad?
Tuition is €6,200 per year in Plovdiv, €7,500 per year at Masaryk University and €8,000 per year in Sofia. Living costs are €500–700 per month in Bulgaria and €800–900 per month in Czechia.
