Pharmacy refers to an area of study in which people learn how to fill prescriptions and advise patients on how and when to take medications. Those who study pharmacy may go onto become pharmacy technicians, hospital pharmacists, or pharmacy managers.

Brazil offer a higher education that is partially financed for those students who would like to pursue advanced education. They must be aged between 18 and 35 years. This higher education system enables students to learn practical skills that enable them to face the 21st century challenges.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.