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PostgraduateMSc

Cosmetic Science

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England
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1 yearDuration
£20,000Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the MSc Cosmetic Science at Liverpool John Moores University. Based in Liverpool, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. LJMUs Cosmetic Science MSc provides postgraduates with expertise in formulation, testing and regulations relating to the UK and global cosmetics industry. - Study on this Cosmetic Science MSc, which has been designed in consultation with industry - The first MSc in Cosmetic Science to be accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry* - Learn from a research active, academic team within one of the oldest and well-established schools of pharmacy in the world - Discover key modules taught by world-renowned academics involved in the EU Horizon Cosmos Project, with a strong emphasis on the... International tuition fees are £20,000 per year, home/UK fees are £11,150 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 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

Cosmetic Formulation and Chemistry
Regulatory Affairs and Compliance
Safety Assessment and Toxicology
Advanced Analytical Techniques
Cosmetic Product Development
Quality Control and Stability Testing
Business and Commercialisation Strategy
Research Project and Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,000

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,000

Home Student Fee

£11,150

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£22,500£24,000£27,500
3 years£19,000£23,000£26,500
5 years£23,500£27,500£31,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07 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.

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About Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University offers Cosmetic Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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