Cosmetic Science is an interdisciplinary applied science program providing students with the opportunities to develop professional skills and fundamental concepts driving cosmetic science. BSc in Cosmetic Science focuses on the needs of the cosmetic industry and its consumers, in addition to providing students with the critical and evaluative skills to become professional scientists. BSc in Cosmetic Science covers a range of sciences, both pure and applied, formulation development and industry operations, all of which give you a broad range of career opportunities.
Our aim is to provide knowledge on cosmetics, and related sciences cosmeceuticals (cosmetics with skin, hair and oral care benefits), Personal care and hygiene products. Provide a multidisciplinary scientific knowledge to gain expertise in the field and to respond the industry challenges effectively. Provide with knowledge on marketing approaches on studying consumer need, need gaps, managing competition and global markets. Provide practical skills in the area of biology, formulation science and analytical techniques required to scientifically design and develop products. Develop your potential to have a career in this fast-growing industry in the area of product development & research, regulatory, quality assurance and manufacturing or pursue academic research in the area or to become an entrepreneur in the field.
This BSc program aims to lead students from conceptual to practical skills, from service delivery to strategic scientific and research skills and to problem-solving and project management by equipping them with the latest advanced technical knowledge and relevant skills necessary to facilitate efficiency, effectiveness and a high quality of delivery with regards to environmental problems. The programme aims to provide a thorough understanding of sustainable management principles and their application to the complex spheres affecting the environment.
The programme aims to provide the students with:
Teaching and learning techniques which place emphasis on didactic learning
A curriculum which provides a broader range of subjects to facilitate the development of skills, abilities, pursuit of interest and promotion of career development
The ability to contribute to the new and modern developments with reduced impact on the environment
Gain updated information on cosmetic science; properties of the skin, hair and nails and the cosmetic products and ingredients that may actively affect these properties.
Apply information gained to make cosmetic formulations correctly and effectively.
Be able to recognize the ingredient(s) that can be effective or problematic for an individual with specific needs or complaint
Be able to make comparisons between the cosmetic products and evaluate their suitability for a particular need.
Critically review, analyse, and evaluate scientific data and basic research in cosmetic science.
This program will enable students to:
The know-how to apply physiology/biology of relevant skin, hair, targeted organ systems as these relate to achieve or evaluate the desired outcome of the use of cosmetic and personal care products.
The ability to formulate cosmetic and personal care product types (emulsions, suspensions, gels, solutions, aerosols, etc.) to meet desired product attributes using an understanding of the physical and chemical basis of these formulations.
The ability to identify and evaluate potential new actives and benefit delivery approaches from the relevant literature that could provide improved product performance.
The know-how to develop new product formulation approaches from evaluation of existing products and the relevant literature, and from designed experimentation to create products with improved benefits and consumer experience.
The ability to develop comprehensive product development programs to meet new product criteria and timing.
An understanding of methods to evaluate new and existing products for consumer acceptance, performance, and stability.
Familiarity with relevant governmental regulations which will help confirm product compliance.
The ability to prepare written assessments/proposals and orally present and defend them.
Develop project management skills that will enhance leadership opportunities.
Confident understanding and use of subject specific principles and methods associated with the subject, including good laboratory practices, appropriate use of instrumentation, and monitoring regimes
Critically develop, apply, report, interpret and reflect on strategies for collecting data in the lab and field including laboratory investigation techniques, use of basic numerical and statistical techniques, and environmental monitoring regimes.
Formulate a research design and complete a substantial work of independent study
Employ skills in independent learning including: identifying, accessing and citing authoritative information from a variety of sources; time management, IT and computer assisted learning skills; and critical reflection on own learning
Appropriately employ written and oral communications skills including essay writing, report writing, the preparation of a curriculum vitae, and presentation within a conference format
Work effectively in a team, taking full responsibility for both process and outcome
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST101 | Cosmetic Chemistry 1 | 4 | 4 |
BCST102 | Cosmetic Chemistry 2 | 4 | 4 |
BCST103 | Pharmaceutical Analysis | 4 | 4 |
BCST104 | Statistical Applications | 4 | 4 |
BCST105 | Cosmetic Chemistry Lab | 4 | 2 |
BCST106 | Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab | 4 | 2 |
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST201 | Basic Anatomy & Physiology Cell Biology | 4 | 4 |
BCST202 | Biological Aspects of Cosmetic Science | 4 | 4 |
BCST203 | Cosmetic Science Formulation 1 | 4 | 4 |
BCST204 | Biochemistry | 4 | 4 |
BCST205 | Anatomy & Physiology Lab | 4 | 2 |
BCST206 | Biochemistry Lab | 4 | 2 |
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST301 | Microbiology | 4 | 4 |
BCST302 | Cosmetic Science Formulation 2 | 4 | 4 |
BCST303 | Herbal Science | 4 | 4 |
BCST304 | Basics of Computers | 4 | 4 |
BCST305 | Microbiology Laboratory | 4 | 2 |
BCST306 | Cosmetic Science Formulation Lab-I | 4 | 2 |
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST401 | Cosmeceuticals | 4 | 4 |
BCST402 | Safety and Efficacy Evaluation | 4 | 4 |
BCST403 | Pharmaceutical Engineering | 4 | 4 |
BCST404 | Instrumental Analysis | 4 | 4 |
BCST405 | Cosmetic Formulation Science Lab -II | 4 | 2 |
BCST406 | Instrumental Analysis | 4 | 2 |
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST501 | Marketing Management | 4 | 4 |
BCST502 | Applications of Nanotechnology in Cosmetic Science | 4 | 4 |
BCST503 | Advanced Analytical techniques | 4 | 4 |
BCST504 | Dermatology Dept. in Hospital, Beauty Salon Visit | 8 |
Code | Modules | Hrs/Wk | Credits |
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BCST601 | Elective - 1 | 4 | 4 |
BCST602 | Elective - 2 | 4 | 4 |
BCST603 | Project Work¥ | 10 | |
Viva - voce | 2 |