Cosmetic Science MSc at De Montfort University

Programme overview

Taught in the Leicester School of Pharmacy, the Cosmetic Science MSc programme will provide students with hands-on experience of practical skills and research methods used in the field of cosmetic science. Teaching is based around the needs of modern industry and provides graduates with ethical and environmental perspectives to enable them to thrive in evolving industry requirements.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: One year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Fundamental Principles in Cosmetic Science, Design, Formulation and Manufacture of Cosmetic Products, Cosmetics: Concept to Consumer, Research and Innovation in Cosmetic Science, Research Dissertation.

Career pathways

This course equips graduates with the relevant knowledge and skills to compete for jobs in cosmetic science and wider pharmaceutical sectors linked to industry or academia all over the world. Graduates will be well placed to enter the industry as technical specialists in the areas of cosmetic research and development; formulation, quality assurance and regulatory affairs or to set up their own business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 or equivalent, in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, pharmaceutical science (or equivalent) or a portfolio of professional and / or academic qualifications of equivalent standing to an Honours degree; If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: One year full-time

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