Cosmetic Science | University of Sunderland

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Course summary

This course will equip you with the skills needed to work in the cosmetics, personal care and fragrance industries in the UK and globally, including formulation, quality control, safety and claims substantiation testing, regulatory framework, and business skills.

You will be taught by a wide range of academic staff and selected external experts, allowing you to gain skills and knowledge in a thematically coherent manner via lectures, teamwork, group presentations, new product development exercises, dermatology, and working in skin and hair technology labs.

Open days

University of Sunderland in London - Open Day
14 Mar 2026, 13:00
London

Entry requirements

We invite applications from holders of, or those who hope to be awarded at least a second class honours degree in a relevant subject such as cosmetic science, science, technology, engineering and maths. We also accept equivalent qualifications from other countries.

Subject Spotlights

Subject Spotlights give you the chance to try a higher education course before you apply. Delivered by the lecturers themselves you will gain insight into what it's like to study the course and give your personal statement a boost.

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with Dr Suzy O’Hara from the University of Sunderland
Sustainable Engineering: Saving Planet Earth
with Dave Knapton from the University of Sunderland
Euthanasia: Should It Be Legalised In The UK?
with Dr Kieran Doran from University of Sunderland
Influencing Consumer Behaviour: The Power Of The Brand.
with Iraa Wimpenny from University of Sunderland
And Breathe: The Respiratory System Explained
with Charlotte Anderson from the University of Sunderland
Cancer, Brain Tumours & Rogue Cells: The Science Behind The Killer Disease
with Dr Shafiq Ahmed from University of Sunderland
Computer Science: Is Generative AI The Problem Or The Solution?
with Dr Aminu Usman from the University of Sunderland
Visual Storytelling: The Magic Of The Movies.
with Nicholas Glean from the University of Sunderland
The Psychology Of Males: What's Going On Inside The Male Mind?
with Dr Becci Owens from University of Sunderland
Injury, Recovery, End-Of-Careers And Concussion. The Reality Of Life In Sport.
with Abbie Taylor from University of Sunderland
Exploring Vulnerability Through A Criminological Lense
with Sarah Connelly from the University of Sunderland

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Location	Fee	Year
England	£9500	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£9500	Year 1
Scotland	£9500	Year 1
Wales	£9500	Year 1
EU	£17000	Year 1
International	£17000	Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

University of Sunderland

Edinburgh Building, City Campus
Chester Road
Sunderland
SR1 3SD

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Course contact details

Main Contact

Email:student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

Phone:0191 515 3000

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