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Master in Pharmacy (MSc) - Western Balkans University
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Master in Pharmacy (MSc) - Western Balkans University

Western Balkans University
Tirana, Albania
On campus
Full-time
€3,800.00/year
Duration
5 Years
Language
English

Available Scholarships through Brive

Western Balkans University, in collaboration with Brive, offers for this program a full scholarship covering 100% of the tuition fees, as well as two additional scholarships covering 75% and 50%, for all years of study. Deadline: August 1st.

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Program Description

In an evolving global health landscape, pharmacists play a central role in ensuring patient safety, advancing drug therapies, and promoting wellness. The Master in Pharmacy (MSc) is a 5-year integrated pharmacy program that combines academic excellence, practical experience, and innovation to prepare students for a successful international career in pharmaceutical sciences, industry, or clinical practice.

Over the course of five years, students will progress from mastering foundational sciences to applying advanced pharmaceutical knowledge in clinical and industrial settings.

Upon successful completion of the Master in Pharmacy (MSc) become eligible to apply for national pharmacist licensure.

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Why choose this program?

  • Comprehensive 5-Year Program, fully aligned with EU directives for pharmaceutical education.
  • English-Taught Curriculum – The only Pharmacy program in Albania delivered entirely in English, enabling global mobility and preparing you for an international career
  • Hands-On Training and Internships at some of the country’s top hospitals, pharmacies, and pharmaceutical companies.
  • Academic Excellence through personalized mentoring by faculty with international expertise and credentials.
  • Erasmus+ Mobility Opportunities with partner universities across Europe.
  • Career-Oriented Education – equipping you for roles in community pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical industry, or scientific research.
  • Merit-Based Scholarships – covering up to 100% of tuition fees.
  • Early Involvement in Research from the first years of study in areas such as pharmacogenomics, pharmaceutical technology, public health, and drug development.
  • Modern Elective Courses – including Pharmacogenomics, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, and Cosmetic Technology, reflecting the latest trends in the industry.
  • Support for National and International Certification and Licensure, along with career guidance for postgraduate studies or employment in Albania and abroad.
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What does WBU offer?

  • Learn from the Best Experts
  • Internationalization & English-Taught Program
  • Well-Equipped Teaching Laboratories
  • Practice-Intensive Final Years
  • Mobility & Global Reach
  • Research and Innovation
  • Career and Licensing Support
  • Merit-Based Scholarships & Financial Support
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Curriculum

Year 1

Semester 1

Human Anatomy and Histology I

Biology and Genetics

General Chemistry

Pharma Informatics

Biostatistics

Foreign Language: Italian/English/German

History of Pharmacy

Semester 2

Human Anatomy and Histology II

Biophysics

Inorganic Chemistry

Ethics and Deontology

Psychology and Sociology

Latin and Medical Terminology

Communication Science

Year 2

Semester 3

Organic Chemistry I

Analytic Chemistry I

Human Physiology I

Public Health and Epidemiology

Internal Medicine

Biochemistry

Semester 4

Organic Chemistry II

Analytic Chemistry II

Mandatory Human Physiology II

Pathological Physiology

Microbiology

Pharmaceutical Botany

Year 3

Semester 5

Pharmacology I

Pharmacognosy I

Toxicology I

Physical Pharmacy

Semester 6

Pharmaceutical Technology I

Pharmaceutical Chemistry II

Pharmacology II

Pharmacognosy II

Toxicology II

Year 4

Semester 7

Pharmaceutical Technology II

Galenic Preparation II

Pharmaceutical Chemistry IIII

Pharmaceutical Analysis IIII

Clinical Pharmacology II

Nutrition Sciences

Semester 8

Pharmaceutical Technology III

Galenic Preparation II

Clinical Pharmacology II

Bio Pharmacy

Pharmacokinetics

Clinical Biochemistry

Pharmaceutical Legislation and Ethics

Environmental Health

Year 5

Semester 9

Scientific Research Methodology

Phyto Preparations/Pharmacogenomics/Public Health/Health Promotion

Cosmetic Technology

Professional Practice I

Semester 10

Professional Practice II

Pharmac. Eng./Pharmac. Mng and Marketing/Pharmac. Biotech./Hospital Pharmacy

Diploma Thesis

Jobs - Careers

  • Hospital or Community Pharmacist
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Industrial Pharmacist
  • Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety Specialist
  • Pharmaceutical Marketing and Regulatory Affairs
  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Research Expert
  • Academic Researcher
  • University Lecturer
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