The theoretical knowledge and practical skills they will acquire through their studies will also enable them to pursue a career as a scientist in related pharmaceutical disciplines, such as galenic pharmacy and pharmacology. Graduates have the ability to work independently as scientists and to provide their own solutions in these fields.
Key Facts
The requirement for graduation is the knowledge and development of new methods of research and development of natural pharmaceuticals focused on their discovery, isolation, analysis and biological evaluation. A successful PhD graduate must demonstrate that he/she has not only theoretical knowledge in the field, but also practical skills in pharmaceutical research and is able to work independently in a scientific manner.
At the same time, he/she must be able to present his/her own research results to the professional public at conferences and scientific events and by publishing articles in professional journals.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Biophysics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Curriculum Vitae
- certified copies of education certificate(s) (diplomas), (in the case of a graduate of the Comenius University Bratislava, a copy of the certificate of education is sufficient)
- a complete list of applicant's scientific publications or list of results of other professional activities, or reviews of these works and activities,
- a personal questionnaire (form available on request),
- academic letter of recommendation,
- applicants for study in part-time form: a confirmation of an employer on the employment or service relationship at the time of study application,
- applicants for studies from abroad must meet conditions that are equivalent to the conditions for domestic students interested in studying.
- applicants for studies from abroad after submitting the application must electronically inform the Department of Science.
- a copy of proof of payment of the application fee
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 1,618 AUD / year ≈ 1,000 EUR / year
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 1,618 AUD / year ≈ 1,000 EUR / year
Additional Details: Full-time study: free of charge. Part-time study: €300
Living costs
Bratislava, Slovakia: 971–1,586 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
