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Chemistry with Cosmetic Science with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)

University of Reading

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UCAS CODE: F112

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Whiteknights Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Study the chemistry behind the design and development of cosmetics with our unique BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science with a Year in Industry. This four-year course includes a year-long professional placement between your second and final year of study.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 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, Biological Sciences, Food and Pharmacy, you will learn about:- the chemistry behind colour and scent in products- how to ensure that cosmetic products are stable- the ethical implications of using different ingredients in a cosmetic product.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-with-a-year-in-industry

Tuition fees

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£ 27,650per year

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University information

University of Reading

  • University League Table

    35th

  • Campus address

    University of Reading, Whiteknights House, PO Box 217, Reading, Wokingham, RG6 6AH, England

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    41st out of 52 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    121 53%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    39th

    21
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    40th

    7

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