BSc COSMETIC SCIENCE

BSc Cosmetic Science

• A new, exciting and innovative science degree at Sunderland University

What is BSc Cosmetic Science

about?

• The BSc Cosmetic Science degree is a formulation course

specializing in the design, manufacture, quality control and marketing

of cosmetic, fragrance and personal care products.

• It is a sandwich degree, with an optional but highly recommended

industrial placement year between year 2 and 3.

• The BSc Cosmetic Science at University of Sunderland is recognised

by:

– The Society of Cosmetic Scientists (SCS) which is the professional body for

cosmetic scientists and Cosmetic Science undergraduate students in the UK

http://www.scs.org.uk/content.aspx?pageid=490

Why study Cosmetic Science

• The industry of everyday cosmetic and personal care products is

lucrative, heavily scientific, expanding and highly regulated,

constantly seeking to formulate innovative products

– “Every year a quarter of all cosmetic products on the market are improved or are

developed completely new; with over 25,000 scientists and 520,000 science students

in Europe” (CTPA)

– “Cosmetics accounted for 10% of all patents granted in the EU in 2009” (CTPA)

• Rapidly growing market

– UK’s beauty and personal care market was worth £17 billion in 2014 and is growing

year-on-year

There is a need for appropriately qualified cosmetic

scientists!

Why is University of Sunderland the

ideal place to study Cosmetic Science?• Formulation science is an area of expertise within the University

– Established research and publication record on the design of products for application

to the skin and long-term collaborations with the Industry

– Research informed teaching

• State-of the art teaching and lab facilities– Industry-standard lab equipment

– £8.5 million investment in our new Sciences Complex

• Cosmetic Science syllabus has been designed in collaboration with the

Cosmetic industry– Industrial cosmetic scientists are involved to teaching & have confirmed they will

recruit our graduates

– Paid 1-year industrial placement with guaranteed places

– Students will be able to become members of SCS and participate in scientific

seminars and events

Decorative (make-up)

Perfumes and deodorants

Body/face foundations, moisturisers, “multi-action” creams (BB/CC/DD/EE)

Shampoos, soaps,body cleansing for all age groups – young and mature skin

Hair colour and styling, hairtreatments

Sun protection and self-tanning

Oral cleansing (toothpaste, mouthwash) for all age groups

• Chemistry principles in cosmetic science

• Regulation and Legislation of Cosmetic products

• Cosmetic formulations and perfumes

• Physiology

• Formulation and Quality by Design

• Manufacture and Quality Control

• Industrial and professional practice

• Dermatology

• Students will be paid during their placement year (salary ranges from £9,000 to 12,000 or above, depending on the company)

• During the placement year, students will be involved in a project in relation to R&D (Research & Development), manufacturing, marketing & claim control.

• Some of the companies that have agreed to take our students for placement are:

• Advanced cosmetic formulations

• Research methods and professional practice

• Research project

• Regulatory aspects and quality management

Careers opportunities

The Cosmetics industry offers a wide range of opportunities for those

interested in the application of science and technology

• Research

• Perfumery

• Product, Process and Packaging Development

• Manufacturing

• Quality Control and Assurance

• Product Evaluation and Safety Testing

• Microbiology

• Sales & Marketing

• Purchasing

Would you like to work in a creative

and fast moving consumer goods

orientated market?

Why not consider the

cosmetic industry!

Dr Kalliopi Dodou• Cosmetic Science Programme Leader

• Long-term experience and expertise in the formulation of skin products

http://www.sunderland.ac.uk/research/areasofresearch/healthsciencesandwell-beingbeacon/staffprofiles/drkalliopidodou/

• Member of SCS

Email : kalliopi.dodou@sunderland.ac.uk

Phone: 0191 515 2503