Pharmacy

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, established on July 1, 1971 under the Regulation of the Minister of Health and Social Welfare of May 26, 1971, is one of the largest pharmaceutical faculties in Poland. During the first ceremonial inauguration of the academic year 1971/1972, 40 students admitted to the first year of studies took the oath. Eight years later, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare issued a Regulation, which came into effect on October 1, 1979, on the establishment of the Department of Medical Analytics at the Faculty. The first candidates were accepted as students in the academic year 1979/1980. In 2001, by resolution of the Senate of the Medical University of Silesia, the name of the Department of Medical Analytics was changed to the Department of Laboratory Medicine. On October 1, 2019, a new name for the Faculty was established – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec.

In the academic year 2002/2003, another field of study was introduced, in addition to pharmacy and medical analytics, i.e. first and second cycle cosmetology, and a year later biotechnology (transformed into a two-cycle study program called medical biotechnology).

Currently, candidates have the opportunity to choose one of the following fields of study:

• pharmacy (full-time, part-time, studies in English)
• medical analytics (full-time studies)
• first cycle studies in medical biotechnology (full-time, studies in English)
• second cycle studies in medical biotechnology (full-time, studies in English)
• first cycle studies in cosmetology (full-time, part-time)
• second cycle studies in cosmetology (full-time, part-time)
• first cycle studies in cosmetic chemistry (full-time)

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec offers postgraduate education in the form of supplementary studies for Qualified Persons working in the pharmaceutical industry, in oenology and herbal commodity science with elements of herbal medicine.

In 1996, the Faculty of Pharmacy established a Specialist Education School (currently the Postgraduate Education School), which offers the following specialist training courses:

• pharmacy,
• laboratory medical diagnostics
• laboratory medical hematology
• laboratory medical transfusion
• laboratory medical genetics
• medical microbiology

In October 2012, the University of the Third Age began operating at the Faculty, which in 2015 won a plebiscite organized by the Association of Social Initiatives in Sosnowiec and the Department of Cooperation with Non-Governmental Organizations of the City Council in Sosnowiec and received the certificate of a Senior-Friendly Place.

The Faculty units also implement an educational project called the University of the High School Graduate. Participation in classes and passing the final exam, organized in the form of a national competition, is a chance for students to gain an additional number of points, taken into account in the recruitment procedure for studies conducted by the Faculty.

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec also organizes pre-high school courses in biology and chemistry, as well as summer classes for high school students called Holidays on the FARM.

Faculty: PHARMACY

Degree: MASTER

Length of studies: 5,5 years (11 semesters)

Program Description:

The Master of Pharmacy (Unified Master’s Degree) program is a comprehensive and advanced educational pathway for individuals aspiring to become skilled and knowledgeable pharmacists. This program integrates both undergraduate and postgraduate studies into a unified educational experience, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to excel in the dynamic and vital field of pharmacy.

Program Highlights:

1. Integrated Curriculum: Our unified master’s program seamlessly combines foundational pharmaceutical knowledge and clinical practice. Students embark on a progressive journey, building a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences while simultaneously honing clinical skills.
2. Patient-Centered Approach: The program places a strong emphasis on patient care. Students learn to collaborate with healthcare professionals and provide optimal medication management to improve patient outcomes.
3. Pharmacology and Therapeutics: Students delve into the science of drugs and therapeutics, gaining a deep understanding of drug actions, interactions, and their impact on human health.
4. Cutting-Edge Clinical Training: Extensive clinical rotations and hands-on training in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals and community pharmacies, provide students with real-world experience and the opportunity to apply their knowledge.
5. Research Opportunities: The program encourages research engagement, allowing students to contribute to pharmaceutical advancements and develop critical research skills that can benefit the profession and healthcare as a whole.
6. Ethical and Professional Development: As future pharmacists, students explore the ethical responsibilities and professional standards that guide their practice. This ensures they provide safe and compassionate care to patients.
7. Global Perspective: In an interconnected world, students gain a global perspective on pharmacy, understanding how international healthcare trends, regulations, and innovations impact the profession.
8. Career Readiness: Graduates of this unified master’s program are prepared for a diverse range of pharmacy-related careers, including community pharmacy practice, hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical industry roles, research positions, and academia.

Career Opportunities:

Upon successful completion of the Master of Pharmacy (Unified Master’s Degree) program, graduates are well-equipped for various career paths, including:

• Clinical Pharmacist
• Community Pharmacist
• Hospital Pharmacist
• Pharmaceutical Researcher
• Pharmaceutical Industry Professional
• Academia and Education
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist
• Healthcare Consultant

1. Register and make an account on SUM’s platform.

2. Follow the instructions and submit the application via the platform.

3. Attach scanned documents to the application.

4. Pay the application fee of 85 PLN.

5. Once the application is submitted, you will be notified through the University’s online account or your email address regarding the status of the application.

6. Once the University Admission Committee verifies your documents, the candidate’s number will be added to the ranking list.

7. If you will see on the ranking list the candidate’s number with the mark next to it, and if it says’ Pass’ then you have gotten accepted into SUM and CONGRATULATIONS!

8. Candidate is required to send/post the printed & signed application form with original or notarised copies of all required documents to the University’s mailing address before the start of the academic year 2023/2024 (before October 2, 2023).

Candidates are required to submit the following documents to the Admission Committee:

• original or notarized copy of high school diploma,
• application form,
• identification document (to be presented for verification),
• 3 photos – required ID or passport photos, with candidate’s name and surname signed on the back of the photo,
• certificate documenting English language fluency level,
• receipt of registration fee payment in the amount of 85 PLN (transferred to this account number),
• health certificate confirming no objections to take up studies in respective fields – applies to candidates who were successfully admitted to the study program by the University Admission Committee,
• Apostille – in case when the high school/college diploma was issued by an institution operating in the educational system of a Hague Convention Contracting country, as of October 5th, 1961, which waives the requirement of legalization of foreign government documents,
• certificate issued by the Polish Superintendent of Education stating an approval of high school/college diploma – in case of documents not recognized in Poland by operation of law, issued in a country with which Republic of Poland did not sign a mutual educational. document recognition contract, or a document from a country with which Poland has the above-mentioned contract but the document is not covered in it, NOTE: this certificate is to be obtained only after arrival to Katowice.

All documents must be issued in English language. If the original document is issued in another language, a sworn translation into English is required.