This article showcases the findings of a scientific study focused on how digital competence is cultivated among future Master of Pharmacy students at medical (pharmaceutical) higher education institutions. The article examines the definition of digital competence and clarifies its developmental goals within the academic framework of pharmaceutical education. A regional survey involving professionals in the pharmaceutical/pharmacy sectors across Ukraine was conducted to evaluate how well-prepared graduates of pharmaceutical faculties are for implementing information technology in their occupational roles. In addition, the study assessed the intrinsic motivation behind the integration of information technology into the daily professional routines of pharmacy specialists. Key findings include an analysis of motivational subscales such as activity satisfaction, personal effort, competence awareness, and individual self-realization. Statistical validation using Pearson’s consistency criterion revealed meaningful disparities in average scores across the examined cohorts. While the mean values alone are insufficient to conclude the overall level of motivation, they do provide insight into statistically significant differences between groups. The individual scores across the subscales act as markers for internal motivational variance regarding the adoption of information technology in professional practice. Ultimately, this study establishes a clear link between the degree of intrinsic motivation and the readiness of pharmaceutical professionals to use information technology in their careers.
