The global landscape for the density of pharmacist graduates is diverse. In 2023, Japan led with the highest density at 8.88 units per hundred thousand persons, followed by Italy and Bulgaria. Notably, Israel and the Netherlands recorded the lowest densities. Year-on-year, Belgium, Norway, and Bulgaria showed positive growth, hinting at an investment in pharmacy education, while Denmark saw the most significant decline. Major markets like the UK and Japan experienced declines, indicative of market saturation or educational shifts. Over the past five years, these variations contribute to understanding changes in demand and educational strategies.
Future trends to watch in the global density of pharmacist graduates include:
- The impact of digital health and telepharmacy on pharmacy education and graduate requirements.
- Potential policy changes in high-density countries affecting educational output.
- Opportunities for growth in emerging markets aiming to enhance healthcare access.
- Fluctuations in healthcare needs driving variability in pharmacist graduate densities.
Top countries in Density of Pharmacist Graduates by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Health Graduates) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 8.88 | 2023 | -3.9% | -0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 7.94 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 6.23 | 2023 | +2.64% | +3.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 5.77 | 2023 | -2.2% | +3.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 4.63 | 2023 | -1.07% | -2.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 4.34 | 2023 | -0.46% | +1.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.14 | 2023 | +0.32% | -5.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 3.06 | 2023 | +7.75% | +3.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 2.87 | 2023 | -2.05% | +0.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Israel | 1.44 | 2023 | 0% | -1.46% | View data |
