Overview

The student of the Pharmacognosy research degree from Comenius University Bratislava will be proficient in the principles and methodology of scientific work and will be able to carry out professional and scientific activities in the field of pharmacy, pharmacognosy and pharmaceutical research.

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

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-23 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bratislava, Slovakia

Disciplines

Chemistry Pharmacy Biochemistry View 5 other PhDs in Biochemistry in Slovakia

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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

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1000 EUR / year

≈ 1000 EUR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1000 EUR / year

≈ 1000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Full-time study: free of charge Part-time study: € 300

Living costs

Bratislava

Slovakia

600 - 980 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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