Chemistry with Cosmetic Science, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

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

Modules

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Please check our website for more details about the course structure.Sample modules for this course include:

• Fundamentals of Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table

• Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life

• Core Cosmetic Science

• Polymers in Nature and Industry

• Chemistry in the Natural World.

The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme.

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The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Please check our website for more details about the course structure. Sample modules for this course include:

• Fundamentals of Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table

• Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life

• Core Cosmetic Science

• Polymers in Nature and Industry

• Chemistry in the Natural World.

The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme.