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Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science

Liverpool John Moores University

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Liverpool John Moores University
UCAS CODE: SPC1

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Why study Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at Liverpool John Moores University?

- LJMU ranked in the top 20 universities in the UK for Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Complete University Guide Subject League Tables 2027)- LJMU ranked 18th in the UK for pharmacy and pharmacology (The Guardian University Guide 2025)- A degree leading to a higher than average salary- Graduates highly sought after in the UK's fastest growing manufacturing industries- Option to undertake a 12-month industrial placement (placement is not guaranteed)- Support from a personal tutor for the duration of your course- Wide range of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnological, food, healthcare, cosmetics and related industries- International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more- Available to study following a foundation year- 90% of students on this course said teaching staff were positive about the learning resources provided (National Student Survey 2025)


About your course

Completing the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science degree programme at Liverpool John Moores University will help ensure you enjoy excellent career prospects and enhanced earning potential in a variety of sectors after you graduate.On this degree programme, you will learn about the physical and chemical properties of pharmaceutically and cosmetically relevant molecules, how they are formulated into delivery systems and their interaction with the human body. The aim of the course is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of core subject matter and first-hand experience of relevant laboratory techniques to enable you to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical or cosmetic industries or progress to further study. The programme has been designed to give you a solid foundation in the subjects that underpin Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science and then to explore how research and development procedures are applied in the industry.The course will not only give you technological know-how, but also the transferable key skills to give you that competitive edge when it comes to climbing the career ladder. We encourage you take advantage of the opportunity to complete a one year placement after level 5 as it will give direct experience of working in the industry, helping you identify career options and adding real value to your CV after graduation.The course will not only give you technological know-how, but also the transferable and change management skills to give you that competitive edge when it comes to climbing the career ladder.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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Tuition fees

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£ 18,250per year

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University information

Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University

  • University League Table

    76th

  • Campus address

    Liverpool John Moores University, Student Recruitment and Admissions, Exchange Station, Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, Liverpool, L2 2QP, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    19th out of 47 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    139 61%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    8th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.35 84%

    4th

    11

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