The Faculty of Pharmacy at the Medical University of Sofia is the oldest, largest, and most prestigious institution for pharmacy education in Bulgaria. De facto was founded in 1942 and established as a faculty at the Medical University of Sofia in 1950. Today it is recognized as a national and regional leader in training and providing postgraduate qualifications for master pharmacists, scientific researchers, and experts who play key roles in healthcare, drug regulation, and the pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, it offers master’s degrees in health technology assessment and pharmacoeconomics.

The Faculty features modern teaching and research facilities, a robust interdisciplinary approach to education, and a highly regarded international academic staff. Research activities focus on priority areas for society and cutting-edge fields, including drug safety, personalized medicine, modern pharmaceutical technologies, nanoscale drug carriers, rational drug design, phytochemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, pharmacotherapy, toxicology, pharmacoeconomics, and social pharmacy.

The Faculty of Pharmacy, MU-Sofia, is a major driver in academic innovation, embodying tradition and professionalism. It has produced numerous generations of skilled specialists who contribute to society. Over the years, the Faculty has trained more than 12,000 master pharmacists, many of whom have integrated into the Bulgarian healthcare system, as well as over 2,000 international students.

The expert potential of the faculty’s teaching staff includes leading researchers in all areas of the pharmaceutical continuum, members of expert councils, state examination commissions for acquiring a specialty in the healthcare system, and national and European regulatory bodies.

Our Mission

The Faculty of Pharmacy at the Medical University of Sofia plays a vital role in training medical professionals who exemplify competence and knowledge, representing achievements and expertise in pharmaceutical education and science.

Our mission is to enhance the nation’s health by:

– Training and creating highly qualified experts with critical thinking skills in drug synthesis and analysis, the development of new health technologies, their rational use, and effective communication with other healthcare professionals in the context of the digital transformation of healthcare.

– Enhancing and establishing the faculty’s reputation as a world-renowned research centre.

– Providing an excellent education in a field enriched by scientific and research activities.

– Graduating medical professionals who are adaptable to innovations and meet the evolving needs of employers across all areas of the healthcare sector.

Our Goals

The Faculty of Pharmacy at MU-Sofia is committed to equipping students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a competitive environment, where commitment to quality is crucial for success.

The faculty emphasizes instilling values such as tolerance, responsibility, independence, and the ability to solve problems and make decisions autonomously. This approach enables MU-Sofia to effectively address the increasing needs of the public.

Furthermore, the Faculty of Pharmacy combines high-quality teaching, practical training, and scientific research, focusing on healthcare and public services to serve the public interest. The university aspires to be a regional leader while enhancing the quality of education both nationally and internationally.