About the course

The cosmetics industry is a huge, multi-national undertaking that is underpinned by world-leading expertise in the physical and physiological sciences. Studying Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at Keele enables you to develop your understanding of the underpinning science base in formulation and cosmetic science.

　　You will explore the multifaceted nature of the cosmetic industry, and apply your knowledge to real-world requirements including: addressing formulation challenges, and considering the international regulatory and legal frameworks within an industry increasingly focussed on sustainability.

　　You will cover the key aspects of cosmetic product formulation development, manufacture, regulation and marketing, and discover how the underpinning sciences fit into global business and legal and regulatory frameworks. This includes elements of regulatory approval and the role of the formulation scientist within the industry team that takes a new product from concept to market.

　　Our carefully designed curriculum ensures you develop the required subject-specific knowledge to seek employment after your degree. The key themes of this BSc will enable you to:

　　Understand the core principles of the cosmetic sciences as they are applied to the development, manufacture and marketing of cosmetics and related products

　　Enhance your awareness of the core underpinning sciences related to the cosmetic sciences, such as chemistry, biological sciences, toxicology and formulation science

　　Increase your knowledge of the role of legislation in a range of territories in marketing safe and effective cosmetic products, supported by substantive claims

　　Describe key issues in supply chain management and apply them to the sustainable development of cosmetic products

　　Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the research in cosmetic science and apply this to emerging challenges in specific research areas

　　Communicate effectively the key scientific, marketing, safety and sustainability issues underpinning cosmetic product development. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Staffordshire
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Staffordshire

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Keele University

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

　　29 points

　　ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS

　　Obtain Access to Higher Education Diploma with 112 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.

　　IELTS - 6

　　TOEFL ibt - 79 (components - listening 19, reading 19, speaking 20, writing 19)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Keele University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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