| Degree type | Pharmacy PharmD + Biotechnology BSc |
| Duration of training | 5+1 years |
| Language of tuition | English |
| Number of available places | 48 |
| The tuition fee for the academic year | 1-5 year: 8,400 EUR (4,400 EUR for the first and 4,000 EUR for the second semester) 6th year: 7,000 EUR (3,500 EUR per semester) |
| Classes/week | 30 hours/week on average, 420 hours/semester |
Biotechnology BSc
Description of the programme
The Accelerated Pharmacy-Biotechnology Degree Pathway at the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Pécs, is a specialized education path designed to integrate pharmaceutical sciences with cutting-edge biotechnology education. This pathway offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical skills through laboratory-based training and research projects, preparing students for roles in the rapidly evolving fields of drug development, biopharmaceutical production, and personalized medicine.
By combining foundational knowledge in pharmacy with advanced biotechnology techniques, students gain expertise in areas such as molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and bioprocessing. Graduates of this pathway are equipped to pursue careers in pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, regulatory agencies, or continue into advanced research roles or doctoral studies.
This pathway is structured to accelerate learning while maintaining rigorous academic standards, allowing students to earn a Pharmacy PharmD degree and a BSc degree in Biotechnology in just six years instead of eight.
It is ideal for academically motivated students seeking to bridge the gap between pharmacy and biotechnology to address emerging challenges in modern healthcare. Additionally, it supports the Faculty’s mission to train professionals who can efficiently integrate scientific advancements into clinical and industrial settings.