De Montfort University

Cosmetic Science MSc

De Montfort UniversityDMU Leicester UK, United Kingdom

Course overview

Develop in-depth specialist knowledge and advanced skills in the areas of design, formulation, and manufacture of cosmetic products in a programme that also considers business and intellectual property aspects crucial for innovation and entrepreneurship in the industry.

Key highlights

  • Specialist knowledge in cosmetic product design, formulation and manufacture
  • Advanced practical skills for developing cosmetic products
  • Covers business aspects crucial for innovation in the cosmetics industry
  • Explores intellectual property and entrepreneurship within cosmetic science

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Typical 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…

Scholarships

  • Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship

    The DMU Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship offers De Montfort University graduates an exclusive 20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Cosmetic formulation scientist
  • Cosmetic chemist
  • Product development scientist
  • Regulatory affairs specialist
  • Quality control scientist
  • Technical manager in personal care manufacturing

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,000 | International: £17,800

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to De Montfort University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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