the United Kingdom
De Montfort University| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | Full-time | 3 years | September | GBP 9250 per year | GBP 15750 per year |
Our Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Science (PCS) course has been designed to follow a concept-to-consumer narrative over the three years of the programme with a primary focus on how pharmaceutical, cosmetic and toiletry products are formulated and manufactured.
As part of the Leicester School of Pharmacy, we have over 100 years of experience which will allow us to provide you with both the theoretical and practical skills you will need to thrive in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry following graduation. This will also be supported by our extensive network of collaborations with both industries ensuring that real-time developments in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry are a focal point on the programme.
You will study a wide range of topics that will firstly introduce you to the fundamental principles in pharmaceutics and cosmetics alongside analytical techniques and basics in biological systems, cell biology, microbiology and physiology. This will then feed into and complement the second-year modules which will focus on design, formulation, manufacture and evaluation of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. The final year will delve deeper into more advanced and niche topics including drug design, personalised medicines, responsible innovation and sustainability.
Key features
2023/24 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250
2023/24 tuition fees for international students: £15,750
Additional costs: You may incur additional costs for this programme, including the cost of travelling to and from project/placement locations.
GCSEs
Plus one of the following:
A Level
BTEC
Alternative qualifications include:
Access to HE Diploma
Pass QAA Accredited Science Access to HE with at least 9 level 3 credits at distinction in a Science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Physics, Psychology).
Access course must include at least 12 level 3 credits in chemistry to be eligible for an offer.
English Language and Maths GCSE required as separate qualifications. Equivalency not accepted within the Access qualification.
International Baccalaureate: 24+ with 6 higher level points in Chemistry and another science (preferably Biology)
Interview required: No
Personal Statement selection criteria
Clear communication skills, including good grammar and spelling
Information relevant to the course applied for
Interest in the course demonstrated with explanation and evidence
If relevant for the course - work and life experience
English language requirements
If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent when you start the course is essential.
Below are some suggested courses at other providers that you may also be interested in:
Consider a Foundation or Pathway course at De Montfort University to prepare for your chosen course:
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this course then consider one of these courses from another institution:
Academic Foundation Year - Italian Creativity and Design
IED – Istituto Europeo di Design
Find out moreThere are 193 other courses listed from De Montfort University. A selection of these are displayed below:
Acting (Creative Performance Practice) - 2 Year Accelerated Degree BA (Hons)
De Montfort University
Find out more Find out more about studying in the United Kingdom
As an international student you may require a valid visa to study at De Montfort University. Read more about the requirements in our Guide to the United Kingdom International Student Visa Requirements.
