The basis for the pharmacist's extensive activity profile is a very broad practical and in-depth theoretical education. An important goal is also to give the prospective pharmacists the ability to communicate with patients and all those involved in the health care system at all information levels.

The Pharmacy at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf is a Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Düsseldorf, Germany, the program is taught in German and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on April 1, 2027.
About Certificate in Pharmacy
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Pharmacy at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Entry Requirements
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 75
English Program Requirements
- IELTS (academic) minimum 6.0, including at least 6.0 in section “writing”
- TOEFL iBt with 75 points minimum
- We do not accept TOEIC
No language test is required for native English speakers.
Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Pharmacy
The aim of pharmacy studies is to enable graduates to work in a wide range of drug-related professions: in addition to the activity of pharmacist in drug stores (pharmacist in public pharmacies), this includes tasks in hospitals and army pharmacies, in pharmaceutical and pharma-related industries, in public health as well as scientific activities at universities, testing institutes and similar institutions.
Fee Information
How to Apply
Online Registration In order to check whether you fulfil the entry and admission conditions you have to register online During the registration you will be requested to enter your contact details and to upload documents proving your aptitude:
- Application form (to download the application form click here)
- Certificate of Bachelor study programme,
- Transcript of records,
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, German “Abitur”, etc.),
- Content of modules (courses) taken in Cell and Molecular Biology (4 CP) or in Biochemistry (4 CP) or in Biopsychology (4 CP) or in Physiology (4 CP) and/or anatomy/neuroanatomy, at least 2 credit points from practical experience should be available.
Documents in languages other than English or German have to be certified translated by a sworn translator. Documents in languages other than German or English willnot be accepted. In case you have not completed your Bachelor programme yet, an interim certificate with at least 80% of examination and study achievements has be submitted instead. After saving, entered and uploaded information can be changed later on.

Germany, Düsseldorf