Overview

Through interdisciplinary research, close academic supervision, and a strong emphasis on scientific inquiry, doctoral candidates develop advanced expertise in key areas including drug discovery and development, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical technology, and translational pharmaceutical research.

The Pharmaceutical Sciences at European University Cyprus (EUC) fosters scientific excellence, innovation, critical thinking, and research integrity, enabling students to contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical knowledge and healthcare.

Career Pathways

Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in academia, research institutes, the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, regulatory authorities, and healthcare organisations, while contributing to the development of innovative therapies and addressing global healthcare challenges.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Research Methodology and Biostatistics

Advanced Research Topics in Drug Development and Delivery

Advanced Research Topics in Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00

More details

EU students: if positions remain available, additional applications for these positions are accepted on 15 September each year

Language

English, Greek

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nicosia, Cyprus

Disciplines

Pharmacy Pharmacology

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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

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66

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants to the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences program of study must have successfully completed a Master’s degree in Health Sciences-related field

Applicants must have a strong academic record with a Grade Point Average (GPA) in the Master’s Degree (M.Sc.) and/or Integrated Master’s Degree (M.Pharm.) of B or higher (or equivalent grade), in accordance with the EUC grading system.

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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

4800 EUR / year

≈ 4800 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

4800 EUR / year

≈ 4800 EUR / year

Living costs

Nicosia

Cyprus

576 - 866 EUR / month

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