Why Comenius University (CU) Pharmacy in Bratislava?
Comenius University’s Faculty of Pharmacy offers a five-year Master’s in Pharmacy (Mgr.) taught entirely in English. The program blends rigorous scientific foundations with strong clinical orientation and a six-month internship in educational facilities and public pharmacies-either in Slovakia or abroad. The diploma is issued by a public university in the European Union (EU), and the faculty states it is accepted in EU member countries. For applicants seeking an affordable, reputable pharmacy program in English in a vibrant EU capital, Bratislava is a smart choice.
Program snapshot
- Degree awarded: Master’s degree (Mgr.) in Pharmacy
- Length of study: Five years (combined first + second cycle), full-time
- Language of instruction: English
- Location: Central Bratislava (specialized pre-clinical labs and university clinics)
- Tuition fee (academic year 2026/2027): 7,500 euros per year
- Fee guarantee: No increase for the next five years of the student’s study (guarantee tied to the student’s cohort)
- Internship: Six months (educational facilities and public pharmacies at home or abroad)
- Planned capacity: 80 seats (admission closes once filled)
Entrance examination: structure, scoring, and interview
- Format: Two online subject tests in Chemistry and Biology
- Weighting: 50 points per test (maximum 100 points from tests)
- Interview: After the tests, an online interview with at least three committee members (including an English language lector) evaluates your results, study potential, and English proficiency
- Selection: Candidates are admitted in order of complete applications until the planned capacity is reached
- Preparatory materials: An official “Set of Questions for Admission Examinations in Biology and Chemistry” is available from the faculty (booklets)
How EduSlovakia prepares you?
EduSlovakia trains you precisely on the official question set, with timed simulations that mirror the two-test + interview procedure. Our coaching focuses on accuracy, pacing, and interview performance so you walk in confident and exam-ready.
| Exam dates (2026) | Application deadline |
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| 27 Feb | 2 weeks before the exam date |
| 27 Mar | |
| 24 Apr | |
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| 31 Jul | |
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Admissions and required documents
Application window (next intake): December 1 – July 31 (tests and committee meetings run January–August; enrollment typically by September 1)
How to apply: Electronic application is available; complete applications (including all mandatory attachments and fee payment) must be delivered by the deadline.
Mandatory attachments (typical list):
- Completed application form (with full contact details), signed by the applicant
- Curriculum vitae (CV) in English, signed
- Three passport-size photos
- Proof of recognition of secondary-school education (recognition / nostrification pathway)
- Medical report confirming fitness to perform the pharmacist profession (faculty form)
- Proof of payment of the admission procedures fee
- Photocopy of final secondary-school diploma (apostille / legalization as applicable)
- Notarized photocopy of birth certificate
- Passport photocopy
Recognition / nostrification
EduSlovakia verifies whether you follow the recognition statement route or full nostrification, arranges notarizations and certified Slovak translations, and builds a timeline so your recognition is completed by enrollment.
Why study pharmacy in Bratislava?
Bratislava is a safe, welcoming EU capital on the Danube with a lively international student scene. It uniquely borders both Austria and Hungary, sits roughly an hour from Vienna, and offers a practical balance of affordability, mobility, and European lifestyle—ideal for internships, conferences, and research networking.
How EduSlovakia helps you secure your admission?
EduSlovakia has a consistently high success rate supporting international applicants into Slovak health-science programs. Our support continues after arrival and throughout your studies.
- Eligibility check & plan — We confirm your recognition pathway and design your personal application + exam timeline.
- Application done right — Forms, attachments, notarizations, certified Slovak translations, fee tracking, and study-department coordination—handled end-to-end.
- Exam preparation that matches the real thing — Targeted drills on the official Biology + Chemistry question set, timing analytics, and structured interview practice.
- Visa, arrival, and housing — Where applicable, we guide visa steps, help you choose neighborhoods, and align your move-in with orientation.
- On-the-ground support — We help with medical paperwork, enrollment logistics, timetables, and early-semester study planning so you settle quickly.
Frequently asked questions – Comenius University Pharmacy (Bratislava)
What degree will I receive?
The Master’s degree (Mgr.) in Pharmacy after five years of full-time study.
How is the entrance exam structured?
Two online subject tests-Chemistry and Biology-50 points each (maximum 100 points), followed by an online interview with the admissions committee.
Is there an official question set?
Yes. The faculty provides an official Biology and Chemistry question set (booklets). EduSlovakia preparation is aligned to this exact scope.
What is the annual tuition fee and is there a fee freeze?
7,500 euros per year for the 2026/2027 academic year. For your cohort, the faculty provides a five-year guarantee of no increase in the tuition fee.
How many students does the faculty plan to accept?
The planned capacity is 80 students, and admission closes once the capacity is filled.
Do I need a medical certificate?
Yes. A medical report confirming fitness to perform the pharmacist profession is a mandatory attachment.
Is the diploma accepted in the European Union (EU)?
The faculty states the diploma is accepted in EU member countries. Professional licensing after graduation follows the rules of the country where you intend to practice.
Can I submit an electronic application?
Yes. An e-application is available. EduSlovakia ensures that all attachments and payments meet the faculty’s latest requirements and are delivered on time.
When are the tests and interviews held?
Admissions testing and committee meetings typically run monthly from January to August. EduSlovakia helps you pick the best date and prepares you for both the tests and the interview.
Does EduSlovakia offer preparatory courses?
There are no official faculty prep courses required, but EduSlovakia provides structured preparation (subject content, timed simulations, and interview coaching) that has driven a high success rate for our applicants.
