BSc Honours in Cosmetic Sciences

About this course

The BSc Honours in Cosmetic Sciences is a four-year degree from the Department of Cosmetic Science at CINEC Campus. It gives graduates the grounding to develop and evaluate cosmetic products and treatments in Sri Lanka and other countries, and covers the commercial and social context of product design. The first year builds foundations in biology, chemistry, mathematics, general cosmaceutics and English. Later years cover physical pharmacy, biochemistry, cosmaceutical microbiology, herbal cosmetic science, dermatology, cosmetic engineering and technology, beauty culture, analysis, perfumes and colours. The final year includes cosmetic law, business promotion and professional communication, and a two-part research project. CINEC lists manufacturing, quality control, research and development, formulation and entrepreneurship among the career areas.