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Bachelor of Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Science with a Year in Industry
- Reading, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
The four-year version of Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Science with a year-long placement.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Science with a Year in Industry
- Analyse relevant concepts and communicate evidence-informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry roles
- Employers include AstraZeneca
- Chanel
- Unilever
- Pfizer
- The MHRA and Thermo Fisher Scientific
Curriculum
- This version adds a year-long placement. Year 1 combines cellular and molecular principles of life
- Atomic structure
- Mathematics for chemists and core cosmetic science. Later modules cover pharmaceutical chemistry and formulation
- With a third-year placement option and a final project that builds industry contacts.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Typical A level offer BBC
- Including grade B in Chemistry or Biology and one other core science (Maths
- Physics
- Biology
- Chemistry)
- International Baccalaureate 28 points overall including at least 5 in Chemistry or Biology and one other core science (Maths
- Physics
- Biology
- Chem
- BTEC and other international qualifications are accepted by country
- Applicants without UK-equivalent qualifications may enter through a foundation year.
Accepted academic background
A levels, IB, BTEC or equivalent international secondary qualification, Applicants without UK-equivalent qualifications may need the International Foundation Programme
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 overall (no element below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT 88 (17 Listening
- PTE Academic 17 Writing
- Duolingo 18 Reading
- Cambridge 20 Speaking)
Documents you’ll need
- Personal Statement
- Academic Reference
How to apply
- Review the degree entry requirements and UCAS application deadlines. Submit the undergraduate application through UCAS. Enter academic qualifications and provide any required personal statement or reference. Supply English-language evidence and additional programme documents when requested. Track the application and respond to the university’s offer. Meet the offer conditions and complete enrollment.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £31,800 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Whiteknights campus, Reading |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Department of Chemistry |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | University of Reading offers competitive international undergraduate scholarships, Including subject-restricted schemes. Eligibility depends on the student’s course, Nationality and academic merit, Not all programmes qualify. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 13 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £31,800 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The estimated living cost is £19,646 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 overall (no element below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 88 (17 Listening, PTE Academic 17 Writing, Duolingo 18 Reading, Cambridge 20 Speaking).