Diploma in Cosmetics
KPT/JPS(N/815/4/0039) 06/24 (MQA/PA11723) 04/24
The Diploma in Cosmetics programme at UoC is a 2 year and 6 months course designed for students to become professionally trained in knowledge and skills related to the formulation and usage of cosmetic. The programme’s objective is to produce graduates who have comprehensive understanding on the principles of cosmetic preparation, formulation, evaluation and safety. The programme also aims to produce graduates who can become entrepreneurs in the cosmetics and beauty industry.
Career Prospects
Students will be well equipped to seek the following careers:
. Cosmetic Formulation Assistant.
. Cosmetic Safety & Evaluation Assistant.
. Cosmetic Regulatory Assistant.
. Cosmetic Marketer.
. Cosmetic & Beauty Entrepreneur.
With further studies and advance training, graduate can qualify to be Cosmetic Scientist, Formulator, Evaluator, and Regulator.
Course Structure
Year 1 Courses
| Introduction to Cosmetics
Introduction to Alternative Therapy Introduction to Chemistry in Cosmetic Fundamental Biochemistry Fundamental Microbiology Introduction to Human Body Introduction to Cosmetic Preparations |
Hair Products
Skin Products Perfumery Aromatherapy Oral Hygiene Products Colour Cosmetics Fundamental English 1 & 2 |
Year 2 Courses
| 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
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Year 3
| Open Elective 2
Introduction to IT Application Industrial Training 2 |
Study Mode & Delivery
- Lectures and tutorials
- Written assessments
- Laboratory sessions
- Industrial training
- Visits
Entry Requirements
| Examinations | Requirement |
| Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM); or
General Certificate of Education Ordinary (“O”) levels |
Pass with 3 Credits in any subjects.
Pass in English |
| AND
Higher School Certificate level or its equivalent: |
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| Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) | Minimum Grade C with CGPA 2.00 in one subject |
| Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) | Minimum Grade B in any 3 subjects |
| STAM | Pass (Maqbul Level) |
| Certificate | Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM Level 3) in a related field and pass in SPM with credit in one subject.
Certificate (Level 3, MQF) pass certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| Other Equavalent Qualification | Any qualification recognized by Malaysian Government/University Senate |
| Exit Requirements:
All applicants shall have attained a minimum of BAND 2 in the MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY ENGLISH TEST (MUET) or IELTS 4.0 or equivalent. |
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