Pharmacy
You're an expert on medicines, you create them, dispense them and advise on them.
You study medicines, how they work and their safety. Paths: pharmacy, the pharmaceutical industry, research, quality control. A very stable and respected profession.
Is it for you?
This field usually suits people of the investigative and conventional type (RIASEC model). Extended biology and chemistry, accuracy, responsibility.
Salary (indicative, gross/month)
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Starting out | PLN 6-8k |
| With experience | PLN 10-18k |
These are indicative figures — real pay depends on city, company, specialisation and contract type.
Example jobs after this field
Pros
- Secure work and good pay
- Prestige and professional trust
- Various paths (pharmacy, industry, research)
- The option of your own pharmacy
Cons
- Requires chemistry and biology
- Long studies (5.5 years)
- Great responsibility
- Work in a pharmacy can be monotonous
Future and automation
Low to medium, machines dispense medicines, but advice and oversight stay.
Alternative path
A single-cycle pharmacy program; related fields: medical laboratory science, cosmetology, chemistry.
First steps
- Check whether you enjoy chemistry
- Visit a pharmacy and talk to a pharmacist
- Look into paths beyond the pharmacy (industry, research)
- Check the admission requirements
Not sure if "Pharmacy" is the right path for you?
Take the free 10-minute aptitude test (RIASEC model) and see how this field fits your strengths — compared with other paths.
Take the free test →Frequently asked questions
How long does Pharmacy take?
Roughly about 5,5 years. Full-time public studies are usually free.
How much can you earn after Pharmacy?
Indicatively PLN 6-8k starting out and PLN 10-18k per month with experience (gross). These are indicative figures depending on city and specialisation.
Who is Pharmacy for?
Extended biology and chemistry, accuracy, responsibility. In the RIASEC model it best suits the investigative and conventional type.