Overview

Graduates will be well-prepared to provide innovative and high-quality services in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetics industries, particularly in fields related to pharmaceutical sciences.

Key facts

The Pharmaceutical Sciences course offered at Eastern Mediterranean University is a multidisciplinary doctoral programme that consists 6 different modules in the field of pharmacy (Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutical Toxicology, Pharmacology and Pharmacognosis).

Upon their enrolment to the programme, doctoral students select one of these modules and complete five area elective courses (total of 15 credits) along with three additional electives of their choice (total of 9 credits). Once they pass the doctoral qualification exam, they can begin their dissertation research.

Accreditation

It has the following rankings:

THE: Times Higher Education
World University Ranking: the top 601 - 800 universities worldwide, ranked 1st in Northern Cyprus
Young University Ranking: the top 151st young universities worldwide
Impact Rankings: the top 301 - 400 universities worldwide
QS World University Rankings
QS Sustainability Rankings
QS World University Rankings: EECA(Emerging Europe & Central Asia)

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Programme Structure

Research interests include:

pharmaceutical

cosmetic

and herbal food supplement industries

hospital pharmacies and clinics

pharmaceutical research labs and centers

genetic research institutes

complementary therapy centers

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-22 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-23 00:00:00

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Applications to the graduate programs at EMU can be made throughout the year, until one month prior to the beginning of each semester.

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Famagusta, Northern Cyprus

Disciplines

Pharmacy

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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

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To have a degree from the Faculty of Pharmacy or to have completed a master’s degree in fields such as Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, etc.

To obtain the minimum score in English Proficiency examinations: YÖKDİL: 66, IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL (PBT): 548, TOEFL (CBT): 211, TOEFL (IBT): 79, EMU English Proficiency Exam: 75. Candidates who fail to present any English Proficiency Certificate may take the proficiency exam carried out by EMU Foreign Languages and English Preparatory School.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

4920 USD / year

≈ 4920 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4000 USD / year

≈ 4000 USD / year

Additional Details

Tuition fees with 80% scholarship

Living costs

Famagusta

Northern Cyprus

2299 - 3707 TRY / month

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