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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: SPC2

Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England
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5 yearsDuration
£18,250Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
69%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University. Based in Liverpool, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. Why study Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science at Liverpool John Moores University? - A degree leading to a higher than average salary - Graduates highly sought after in the UK's fastest growing manufacturing industries - Option to undertake a 12-month industrial placement (placement is not guaranteed) - Support from a personal tutor for the duration of your course - Wide range of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnological, food, healthcare, cosmetics and related industries - 90% of students on this course said teaching staff were positive about the... International tuition fees are £18,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Chemical Principles and Reactions
Pharmaceutical Chemistry Fundamentals
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Formulation Science and Technology
Analytical Chemistry Methods
Pharmacology and Drug Action
Cosmetic Science and Ingredients
Industrial Placement Year
UCAS Code:SPC2
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CCD

Minimum number of A Levels required: 2 Maximum AS Level points accepted: 20 One Science related subject

UCAS Points88

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic61

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,250

per year

Total Course Cost (5 years)£91,250

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Liverpool John Moores University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£26,000£32,000
3 years£19,500£23,500£29,500
5 years£25,000£29,000£37,500

UK subject average: £29,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 19% below UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£29,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£29,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

58%Working
19%Studying
11%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
69%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
83%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
78%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
66%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University offers Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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