SCS Diploma in Cosmetic Science

Two laboratory days each spring in London, UK.

Online and recorded "revision classes" during the summer each year.

Prerequisites

• A first degree in a scientific discipline, with a substantial component of chemistry and/or biology
• A minimum of Grade C in A levels (or equivalent) in chemistry and one other science subject, ideally with at least a year’s experience in the cosmetic industry or a laboratory/manufacturing environment in a related industry
• Several years of proven experience in the cosmetic industry. Preferably this will be working alongside others who can guide them through parts of the course. The unit authors assume that their readers have a foundation knowledge of the subject matter

As well as:

• a minimum of GCSE Grade C (for exams taken prior to 2017) or Grade 5 (for exams taken in or after 2017), or equivalent, in Mathematics and English

Overseas students who do not have English as a first language and have not taken examinations in English, should have passed the IELTS test with an overall academic mark of 6 or have an equivalent qualification.