Universitetet i Tromsø (UIT)

The Master’s program in Pharmacy at UiT has been one of the most disappointing academic experiences I’ve had. The structure is unclear, and students are often left to guess what is expected. Apotekpraksis in particular is assessed through an oral exam, but with no access to previous exam examples, clear guidelines, or grading rubrics — which makes preparation extremely difficult.

While some written resources and previous exams were available for Klinisk farmasi, many students still reported failing without understanding why, while others passed despite being unsure of what they did right. This inconsistency highlights a lack of transparent and structured evaluation.

A major concern is the lack of academic guidance. Some professors are often too busy to reply to emails or provide meaningful support. Students frequently receive little or no feedback — whether they fail or pass — which makes it hard to improve.

In some cases, faculty members have even implied that certain exam questions are used to “filter” students rather than assess real competence. This approach feels unfair and disheartening, especially for those who didn’t complete their bachelor's degree at UiT and are unfamiliar with local expectations.

Honestly, I deeply regret choosing this university to pursue my Master’s in Pharmacy. The stress, vague expectations, and lack of support have made it extremely difficult to learn, grow, or stay motivated. I would not recommend this program in its current form to future students

Located in the high north, this study program offers small class sizes in a relaxed atmosphere. Issues occurring is little flexibility to the set structure due to lack of course options.

Beautiful place with difficult and rewarding subjects