BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at De Montfort University, accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, is designed to give you the scientific knowledge and practical skills necessary to start a career in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and related industries. In this course, you study core principles and technologies applied in areas such as formulation science, product manufacturing, quality assurance, safety testing, and regulatory compliance, alongside specialist training in pharmaceutics and cosmetic science.
You will learn how to design, develop, and evaluate products from medicines to skincare solutions. This way, you will gain real-world experience in specialist laboratories equipped with industry-standard equipment.
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical laboratory sessions, workshops, and industry-focused projects. Assessment methods include laboratory reports, presentations, written examinations, and a final-year research project that allows you to investigate an area of interest in depth.
Entry requirements
Here are the standard entry requirements to study the BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at De Montfort University:
Grade Requirements
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To apply, you need a minimum of 96 UCAS points from 2 or more A levels. This must include Chemistry at grade C or above and grade D in another science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Statistics, Maths/Further Maths, or Psychology).
The university also accepts the following qualifications:
- BTEC National Diploma (MMM)/BTEC Extended Diploma (MMM) in Applied Science.
- 24+ points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma with 6 higher-level points in chemistry and another science.
English Proficiency
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Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.
Scholarships
Global Access Scholarship
Undergraduate - £2,000. Postgraduate - £3,000. Global Access Scholarship offering is a £3,500 discount.
Global Partnerships Scholarship
Sanctuary Scholarship
Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarship
There are three scholarships available. Each scholarship provides: 50% off the cost of tuition fees, and £3,500 cash bursary each academic year.
Career opportunities
Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science from De Montfort University:
- Cosmetic Scientist
- Product Development Chemist
- Regulatory Affairs Officer
- Quality Control Analyst
- Formulation Chemist
- Research and Development Scientist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 session to study BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at De Montfort University is £16,750 per year of study.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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