Graduate studies - Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated, 5 yrs, 10 semesters, 300 ECTS-credits 1 Integrated master's degrees qualifications (eg, MPharm) Integrated master's degree programmes typically include study equivalent to at least four full-time academic years, of which study equivalent to at least one full- time academic year is at level 7. Thus study at bachelor's level is integrated with study at master's level and the programmes are designed to meet the level 6 and level 7 qualification descriptors in full. Master’s level programmes lead directly to Doctoral level programmes and other continuing education options.

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Knowledge and understanding 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated Demonstrate knowledge and understanding that builds upon general secondary education and higher education entrance qualification in core areas of pharmaceutical practice and science, implementing methodologies appropriate for solving problems, both systematically and creatively, that provides a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying autonomous ideas in a practice and research context; Demonstrate knowledge to practice pharmacy within the legislation and according to the professional standards and ethical principles, to design, formulate, produce and test medicines, medicinal products and medical devices as well as to provide adequate outcome of the pharmacotherapy; Demonstrate critical understanding of the key theories, principles and methods in pharmaceutical science and practice and are able to consolidate their knowledge vertically, horizontally and laterally. 2

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Applying knowledge and understanding 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated Apply evidence based knowledge and understanding in the field of pharmaceutical science and in management of pharmacy practice, formulation, production and ensuring quality of the medicines, medicinal products and medical devices, and in planning, managing, monitoring, advising and reviewing general pharmaceutical care programmes for patients; Develop and advance solutions to problems and arguments in the concerned areas applying modern technology and both multidisciplinary and individual, creative and original approach in new or unfamiliar environments within multidisciplinary context. 3

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Making judgment 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated Demonstrate ability to gather, analyze, evaluate and present information, ideas and concepts, from complete or limited relevant data, for the core areas of the pharmaceutical practice; Demonstrate ability to assess and make selection of scientific theories, methodologies, tools and general skills in the core areas of the pharmaceutical science; Demonstrate ability to use skills in a range of routine and complex situations requiring analysis or comparison of a range of options. Recognize priorities when problem-solving and identify deviations from the normal pattern; Demonstrate ability to follow legal, ethical, professional and organizational policies/procedures and codes of conduct and to take action based on own interpretation of broad professional policies/ procedures where necessary. 4

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Communication skills 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated Demonstrate use of appropriate professional communication to gain the cooperation of individual patients, small groups of patients, colleagues, other (senior) health professionals and managers within the organization; Demonstrate ability to communicate where the context of discussion and criteria for decisions and the scope of the task are both explicitly defined and based on opinion; Demonstrate ability for independent participation into specific, scientific and interdisciplinary discussions, with a professional approach. Accept consultation for specialist advice and also take on responsibility in a team, lead and initiate activity. 5

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Learning skills 1 st and 2 nd cycle integrated They can independently identify their personal needs and interest for continuing education and professional development, design strategy and plans for promotion of personal intellectual growth, organize advanced learning activities and critically evaluate adequacy of the learning methods, their influence on knowledge, skills, competency and of practice; They are able to document the learning activities by creating an individual portfolio. 6

PhD studies – Biomedical and Health Sciences, field Pharmacy 3 rd cycle, 3 yrs, 6 semesters, 180 ECTS-credits 7

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Knowledge and understanding 3 rd cycle Demonstrate high level of generic and systematic understanding for qualified research and mastered skills and methods for research in the area of pharmaceutical, biomedical and health sciences, and relevant subdisciplines for performing independent, autonomous research in accordance with the highest international standards. 8

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Applyingknowledge and understanding 3 rd cycle Demonstrate ability to conceive, design, implement and adapt a substantial process of research in the area of pharmaceutical, biomedical and health sciences, and relevant subdisciplines; Demonstrate ability for independent contribution to research that is capable of extending the borders of knowledge and stand up to national or international review and examination by experts and specialists in the field. 9

Type of description Cycle of study Qualifications descriptors Making judgment 3 rd cycle Demonstrate ability to identify scientific questions and issues independently; Demonstrate ability for critical analysis, development and synthesis of new and complex ideas in the area of pharmaceutical, biomedical and health sciences, having assessment competences and respecting ethical issues; Demonstrate ability to initiate and participate in national and international research networks and events, independently and with scientific integrity; Demonstrate ability to initiate research and development projects that will generate new knowledge and skills for development in the field of pharmaceutical, biomedical and health sciences. 10

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Communication skills 3 rd cycle Demonstrate ability to present and discuss findings and results from their research field with their peers, colleagues and can communicate these to an academic or non-academic society; They can establish collaboration network with the colleagues, domestic and international academic community and the society within their area of expertise; They can lead a research team. 11

Type of description Cycle of study Qualification descriptors Learning skills 3 rd cycle Demonstrate ability to promote themselves within the academic and professional context, and technological, social and cultural development in a knowledge based society. 12