Key Information
- Duration: Full-time, 36 months
- Start dates and application deadlines:
- Starting February 2027 - Apply before December 2026 (International, estimated deadline); Apply before January 2027 (EEA/EU, estimated deadline)
- Starting October 2027 - Apply before June 2027
- EU students: if positions remain available, additional applications for these positions are accepted on 15 September each year
- Language: English, Greek
- English requirements:
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 66
- IELTS: 6.5
- Credits: 180 ECTS
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: Nicosia, Cyprus
- Disciplines: Pharmacy, Pharmacology
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. Visit the programme website for more information
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
Visit programme website - Check out the full curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 66
- IELTS: 6.5
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.
Visit programme website - Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 7,820 AUD / year (≈ 4,800 EUR / year)
EU/EEA: 7,820 AUD / year (≈ 4,800 EUR / year)
Living costs in Nicosia, Cyprus
938–1,411 AUD / month
Scholarships
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Various benefits - Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship - 1000 USD - Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships - 3500 USD - Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - 1000 USD - Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Women Scholarship for International Students - 5000 USD - Deadline: 28 Aug 2026
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - 10000 USD - Deadline: 01 Sep 2026
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - 1000 USD - Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - 3000 USD - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - 1500 USD - Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - 12000 USD - Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
