Overview
Is Diploma in Cosmetics for You?
The Diploma in Cosmetics programme at UoC is a 2-year and 6 months course designed to professionally train students in cosmetic formulation and application. It covers the principles of preparation, formulation, evaluation, and safety, aiming to produce graduates who can excel in the cosmetics and beauty industry.
Ideal for those wanting to enter the cosmetics industry, develop their products, or start their own businesses, the programme includes interactive lectures, hands-on product formulation, industry site visits, and industrial training in real-world settings.
Career Impact
Career Prospect
Graduates will be trained to be:
- Cosmetic Formulation Assistant
- Cosmetic Safety & Evaluation Assistant
- Cosmetic Regulatory Assistant
- Cosmetic Marketer
- Cosmetic & Beauty Entrepreneur
*With further studies and advanced training, graduates can qualify to be a Cosmetic Scientist, Formulator, Evaluator, and Regulator.
Career Organisation
Graduates of our Diploma in Cosmetics programme can also look forward to exciting opportunities to work in:
- Cosmetics Manufacturer
- Wellness Centres
- Beauty Spa
Course Structure
Course Description
The Diploma in Cosmetics programme is designed for students to become professionally trained in the field of cosmetics with adequte knowledge and skills related to the formulation and usage of cosmetics. The objective is to produce graduates with a comprehensive understanding of cosmetic preparation, formulation, evaluation and safety.
Course Training and Practical
Year 1
- Introduction to Cosmetics
- Introduction to Alternative Therapy
- Introduction to Chemistry in Cosmetics
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Introduction to the Human Body
- Introduction to Cosmetic Preparations
- Hair Products
- Skin Products
- Perfumery
- Aromatherapy
- Oral Hygiene Products
- Colour Cosmetics
- Fundamental English 1 & 2
Year 2
- Halal Cosmetics
- Cosmetic Products Safety
- Cosmetic Marketing
- Cosmetic Legislation & Control
- Cosmetics Quality Control
- Scalp & Hair Care
- Beauty Therapy
- Facial Therapy
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Young Mercy
- Industrial Training 1
- Open Elective 1
Year 3
- Open Elective 2
- Introduction to IT Application
- Industrial Training 2
The Experience
Who is teaching?
Students are taught by lecturers with a background in pharmacy, biomedical and cosmetic sciences. Students will also be taught by cosmetics practitioners (aesthetic doctor, medispa entrepreneur, etc.). Some lectures are also conducted by government staff to expose students on important cosmetics regulations.
This full-time programme employs several teaching methodologies such as:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Hands-on laboratory sessions on cosmetic formulations
- Written assessments on the scope of cosmetics
- Attachment at various beauty spa and cosmetics manufacturers
- Industrial training at various cosmetics manufacturing sites (~6 months)
On Campus Learning
Virtual Tour of University Cyberjaya Campus
Off Campus Learning
Aside from that, students will also undergo about ~6 months of Industrial Training Attachments at various sites as described above.
Solve World Challenges
As an expert in Cosmetics, students will learn what ingredients and materials that are safe in producing cosmetic products that consumers use. Students will be exposed to the evidence-based ingredients in order to produce state-of-the-art cosmetic products that can offer utmost benefits to the consumers. Students will be trained to good standard of cosmetic production and manufacturing.
Entry Requirement
| Qualification | Requirement |
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| SPM | Pass with 3 Credits in any subjects |
| STPM | Pass with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.00) in one subject |
| STAM | Pass (Maqbul grade) |
| Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) | Pass with minimum Grade B in any 3 subjects |
| International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) | Pass with minimum Grade C in any 3 subjects |
| Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM Level 2 or 3) in a related field | And pass in SPM with credit in one subject. |
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Certificate (Level 3, MQF)
Certificate
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Certificate
Pass certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
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For International Students Only
Minimum IELTS score of 4.0 or equivalent |
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