Pharmacy
UNIFIED MASTER’S DEGREE
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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Global Perspective: In an interconnected world, students gain a global perspective on pharmacy, understanding how international healthcare trends, regulations, and innovations impact the profession.
- 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
- Register and create an account on SUM’s platform.
- Follow the instructions and submit your application via the platform.
- Attach scanned copies of all required documents to your application.
- Pay the application fee of 85/100* PLN to the SUM bank account.
- 100 PLN applies to candidates qualified on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the University.
- After submitting the application, you will be notified via your University online account or email regarding the status of your application.
- Once the University Admission Committee verifies your documents, you will be informed about the further procedures.
- Upon completion of the qualification procedure, the candidate’s number will be added to the ranking list.
- Note: Candidates may be required to attend the entrance examination, as specified in Conditions and procedure of recruitment for studies conducted in English at the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice
- The ranking lists will be published on the University website once a sufficient number of candidates have completed the application procedure.
- After satisfactory verification of the Electronic Application Form, the candidate is required to submit the printed and signed Application Form, along with the original or notarized copies of all attached documents, to the University’s mailing address or present them in person upon arrival, before the beginning of the academic year.
- Original or notarized copy of the high school diploma
- Identification document (to be presented for verification)
- Scanned ID/passport photo (resolution: 300 DPI)
- Certificate confirming English language proficiency
- Receipt of the registration fee payment in the amount of 85/100 PLN* (transferred to this account number) (*100 PLN applies to candidates qualified on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the University).
- Apostille – required if the high school/college diploma was issued in a country that is a signatory to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, which waives the requirement of legalization of foreign public documents.
- NAWA recognition statement confirming the recognition of the high school/college diploma. This applies in the case of documents not recognized in Poland by operation of law, issued in a country with which the Republic of Poland has not signed a mutual educational document recognition agreement, or documents from a country with which Poland has such an agreement but the specific document is not covered by it.
All documents must be issued in English language. If the original document is issued in another language, a sworn translation into English is required.
After satisfactory verification of the Electronic Application Form, the candidate is required to submit the printed and signed Application Form, along with the original or notarized copies of all attached documents, to the University’s mailing address or to present them in person upon arrival, before the beginning of the academic year.
During the entrance exam, the candidate’s knowledge at the Polish high-school level will be assessed in the following subjects:
- biology or chemistry (mandatory)
- biology, chemistry, physics or math
The entrance exam will be conducted remotely via the MS Teams platform. Please ensure that your computer settings allow your webcam, microphone, and speakers/headphones to function properly in the Teams application.
Final result obtained in the entrance exam is given in points and determines candidate’s position on the rank list.
Each candidate can take the entrance exam only once during a single admission process.
In order to prepare for the entrance exam please review the following SYLLABUS.
Candidates will be admitted to the English-language medical program based on a ranking list. Each candidate’s position on the list will be determined by the number of points earned either from the school-leaving certificate or from the entrance examination.
The ranking list will be published on the university website once the qualification process for all candidates has been completed.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Use your candidate number to track your position on the ranking list.