BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science

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.

De Montfort University was established in Leicester, UK, in 1870. Later in 1992, it was made a university. Its four faculties offer a wide range of courses for research, graduate, and undergraduate students. Reputable professional associations such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), ACCA, and CIMA have approved these courses, which is significant.

Presently, De Montfort University has about 27,000 students, 10% of whom are international students from over 130 nations. The university provides its student body with modern amenities like specialised labs, state-of-the-art workshops, and first-rate, fully equipped studios.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study the BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at De Montfort University:

Grade Requirements

• 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

• 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.

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.

There are several financial aid options available to De Montfort University's international students. For instance, international students can receive a tuition discount for their first year of study through the Global Access Scholarship.

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

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.