Study the chemistry behind the design and development of cosmetics with our unique BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science.
Cosmetic science underpins a booming industry. Cosmetics is one of the EU’s five largest markets, with rapid expansion causing a skills shortage of chemists to work on cosmetics development.
At Reading, we developed this specialised BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science course in conjunction with the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Society of Cosmetic Scientists, and industrial partners.
Working with expert academics in Chemistry, Biologica...
Study the chemistry behind the design and development of cosmetics with our unique BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science.<br/><br/>Cosmetic science underpins a booming industry. Cosmetics is one of the EU’s five largest markets, with rapid expansion causing a skills shortage of chemists to work on cosmetics development.<br/><br/>At Reading, we developed this specialised BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science course in conjunction with the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Society of Cosmetic Scientists, and industrial partners.<br/><br/>Working with expert academics in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Food and Pharmacy, you will learn about:<br/><br/><br/> - the chemistry behind colour and scent in products<br/> - how to ensure that cosmetic products are stable<br/> - the ethical implications of using different ingredients in a cosmetic product.<br/><br/><br/>For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/chemistry-ug/bsc-chemistry-with-cosmetic-science
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
F111
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Mathematics at grade B (or 6). SL4 for IB. English Language or English Literature C (or 4). Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalExtended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects A level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £29,950 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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