BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at University of Bradford

Programme overview

This programme provides a high-quality education across the boundaries of pharmaceutical and cosmetic science, along with the analytical and problem-solving skills you'll need to become a cosmetologist, academic or researcher of the future. Throughout the course, you'll build a strong understanding of formulation science, product and process development, manufacturing and quality assurance.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Social Care | Department: School of Pharmacy, Optometry and Medical Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Preformulation, Human Physiology, Biochemistry and Microbiology, Integrated Laboratory and Skills Development 1. Second year (core): Foundations of Marketing, Fundamentals of Formulation Development and Manufacturing Technology, Sustainable Product Development, Integrated Laboratory and Skills Development 2. Final year (core): Advanced Formulation Development and Manufacturing Technology, Entrepreneurship and Innovation: From Concept to Consumer, Sustainable Packaging and Regulatory Affairs, Integrated Laboratory, Research Project and Skills Development.

Career pathways

Career options for graduates of this course include: Product developer, Cosmetic chemist, Pharmaceutical scientist, Science writer, Medical sales representative.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer - 104 UCAS tariff points. A levels: BCC to include Biology or Chemistry with a minimum grade B and one other Science subject (Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry or Psychology). General Studies or Critical Thinking is not accepted as the third A Level subject. Please note that where a science A Level is taken, the University will require applicants to pass the practical element (for A levels awarded from August 2017 onwards). T levels: Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: Applied Science - DMM in a relevant science to include at least 4 units of Chemistry or Biology at Merit. Applicants on Access Programmes: 104 UCAS tariff points from an Access to Higher Education Diploma – Science subject required. Must include a minimum of 12 credits of Biology or Chemistry at Distinction. International Baccalaureate Requirements: 104 UCAS tariff points, to include Higher Level Biology or Chemistry at grade 6 and one other Higher Level Science subject. Plus HL 2 or SL 2 in Maths, and HL 5 or SL 5 with no subskills less than 5 in English A, or HL 6 with no subskills less than 5, or SL7 with no subskills less than 7 in English B. GCSE English Language, Mathematics and two Sciences at grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted). English language requirements: 6.0 overall with no sub-test less than 5.5. UCAS code: B204 (full-time).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,312 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/

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