Specialist Program in Pharmacy at Sechenov University

Pharmacy — a dynamic and international field

Pharmacy is a vital and rapidly developing field in medicine, combining drug development, production, and safe application. Sechenov University offers international students, including those from Malaysia, the Specialist Program in Pharmacy, fully available in English.

The program integrates fundamental disciplines such as pharmacology, chemistry, and biotechnology with practical skills and close collaboration with industry partners. This approach provides graduates with a strong professional foundation and competitive advantages in the global pharmaceutical market.

Why choose Sechenov University

Sechenov University is the oldest medical university in Russia, with a history of over 250 years. The Pharmacy Program is taught by expert faculty and professionals from pharmaceutical companies. The university offers:

• Advanced study of pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, and pharmaceutical chemistry;
• Mastery of drug development, production technologies, biotechnology, and pharmacognosy;
• Practical training and internships with industry partners;
• Development of management and pharmaceutical economics skills.
  

Students also have access to research projects and modern laboratories from the first semester, helping them build professional competencies early in their education.

Curriculum and key areas

The Specialist Program lasts 5 years of full-time study and includes:

• Studying the full lifecycle of a drug — from the discovery of an active molecule to registration and quality control;
• Practical training and internships at pharmaceutical and biotech companies;
• English-language instruction specifically for international students.
  

Graduates receive the qualification of Pharmacist, enabling them to work in research labs, manufacturing companies, pharmacies, and biotech centers both in Russia and abroad.

Admission for international students

International applicants, including students from Malaysia, can apply for the Pharmacy Program. Admission requires passing entrance exams with minimum scores:

• Chemistry — 45
  
• Russian Language — 45
  

Tuition starts from 900,000 RUB per year. The university provides full support for English-language students, including learning materials, faculty guidance, and adaptation assistance.

International opportunities and research

Sechenov University actively collaborates with foreign universities, research centers, and pharmaceutical companies.

Students participate in international projects, conferences, and internships, which expand their professional knowledge and create global career opportunities.

The Pharmacy Specialist Program at Sechenov University combines strong academic foundations, practical experience, and research activities. It is an excellent choice for international students, including those from Malaysia, seeking high-quality pharmaceutical education and a successful career in the global pharmaceutical industry.