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Pharmacy

Specialization

Master of Pharmacy is a 2-year PG diploma awarded to individuals who have completed a course of study in pharmacy. M Pharmacy generally focuses on advanced pharmaceutical sciences, including discovery, development, manufacturing, quality control, clinical pharmacy, pharmacology and pharmacy practice. M in Pharmacy graduates can pursue various career paths in the pharmaceutical industry, academia, research institutes, regulatory agencies or clinical environments.

Scope & Opportunities

To apply to M Pharmacy, Candidates must have a B Certificate in Pharmacy from an institute approved by the Pharmaceutical Council of India (PCI). There are several entrance exams whose results are accepted by colleges for admission into M pharmacy. These M pharmacy entrance exams are GPAT, AP PGECET, TS PGECET, CUET PG, etc. The average M Pharm fee ranges from INR 2,000 to INR 9.3 Lakh. Popular colleges offering M Pharmacy are BITS Pilani, SRIHER, Madras Medical College, NIPER, etc.

After graduating from the M Pharmacy course, candidates can choose job profiles like Pharmacy doctors, research collaborators, drug regulatory agencies, etc. An M Pharm graduate's average salary ranges from INR 3.8 LPA to INR 7.9 LPA.

Study Pharmacy Abroad: Key Features

The key features of pharmacy are as follows in the table below:

Feature	Information
Total Number of Universities	Numerous universities worldwide
Best Countries to Pursue Pharmacy	USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Germany
Courses Available	Bachelor's, Master's, PhD in Pharmacy
Duration	2-6 years, depending on the program
Exams Required	GRE, GMAT, specific pharmacy entrance exams
Annual Tuition Fees	INR 10-30 lakhs
Average Salary per annum	INR 20-50 lakhs
Intakes Available	Various intakes in Fall and Spring
Top Universities	Harvard University, University of Oxford, Monash University
Top Scholarships	Fulbright Scholarship, Rhodes Scholarship, Chevening Scholarship
Top Career Opportunities	Clinical Pharmacist, Research Scientist, Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Best Pharmacy Colleges in the World for Indian Students

We have shortlisted the best Pharmacy colleges from all around the world. You can find the top universities and colleges:

University Name	QS World University Rankings 2024 (Pharmacy)	Annual Tuition Fees (INR)
Harvard University (USA)	Top 10	50 lakhs and above
University of Oxford (UK)	Top 20	40 lakhs and above
University of Cambridge (UK)	Top 30	40 lakhs and above
University of California, San Francisco (USA)	Top 50	30 lakhs - 40 lakhs
University of Michigan (USA)	Top 50	30 lakhs - 40 lakhs
University of Toronto (Canada)	Top 50	30 lakhs - 40 lakhs
University College London (UK)	Top 50	30 lakhs - 40 lakhs
ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (Switzerland)	Top 100	20 lakhs - 30 lakhs
National University of Singapore (Singapore)	Top 100	20 lakhs - 30 lakhs
University of Sydney (Australia)	Top 100	20 lakhs - 30 lakh

Eligibility Requirements for Pharmacy

The Requirements for studying a pharmacy from the top universities are listed below in a table:

Eligibility Criteria	Minimum Score
Educational Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or equivalent from a recognised institution. Some universities may require a minimum percentage or GPA in the undergraduate program
Entrance Exams	Straightforward, specific entrance exams such as GRE, GPAT, or other relevant exams. Scores obtained in entrance exams may need to be considered during the admission process
Work Experience (Optional)	Some universities may prefer candidates with prior work experience in pharmacy or related areas Work experience may strengthen the application but is not always mandatory
Language Proficiency	Proficiency in the language of instruction (usually English) International students may need to provide proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS)
Letters of Recommendation	Required from professors, employers, or other relevant individuals Letters should attest to the candidate's academic or professional abilities
Statement of Purpose (SOP)	Outline academic background, career goals, and reasons for pursuing a master's in pharmacy
Interview	Some universities may conduct interviews to assess candidate suitability for the program.

Top Programs in Pharmacy Abroad

A list of Top Programs in Pharmacy Abroad in different countries are:

University Name	Country	Program Name
Harvard University	USA	Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Oxford	UK	MSc in Pharmacology
University of Cambridge	UK	MPhil in Pharmacology
University of California, San Francisco	USA	Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy
University of Michigan	USA	MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Toronto	Canada	Master of Science in Pharmacy
University College London	UK	MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or International Practice and Policy
ETH Zurich _ Swiss Federal Institute of Technology	Switzerland	MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences
National University of Singapore	Singapore	MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology
University of Sydney	Australia	Master of Pharmacy

Cost of living & studying Pharmacy Abroad

The average cost that you will be required to pay for studying in a foreign nation is as follows:

Country	Tuition Fees (INR per year)	Cost of Living (INR per year)	Total Estimated Cost (INR per year)
USA	30 lakhs - 50 lakhs	12 lakhs - 18 lakhs	42 lakhs - 68 lakhs
UK	20 lakhs - 40 lakhs	10 lakhs - 15 lakhs	30 lakhs - 55 lakhs
Canada	15 lakhs - 30 lakhs	8 lakhs - 12 lakhs	23 lakhs - 42 lakhs
Australia	20 lakhs - 30 lakhs	10 lakhs - 15 lakhs	30 lakhs - 45 lakhs
Singapore	15 lakhs - 25 lakhs	8 lakhs - 12 lakhs	23 lakhs - 37 lakhs
Switzerland	20 lakhs - 30 lakhs	12 lakhs - 18 lakhs	32 lakhs - 48 lakhs
Germany	5 lakhs - 15 lakhs	7 lakhs - 12 lakhs	12 lakhs - 27 lakhs
Netherlands	15 lakhs - 25 lakhs	8 lakhs - 12 lakhs	23 lakhs - 37 lakhs

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