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- Winter intakeIntake
- GermanLanguage
- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 JunNext deadline
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About the programme
Cosmetic Science (Kosmetikwissenschaft) is a four-semester Master of Science at Universität Hamburg that combines cosmetic science, medicine, pharmacy and chemistry. You study cosmetic products scientifically, including in-vivo proof of their effects. You then go deeper through practical modules in biophysical measurement and cosmetic chemistry and applied cosmetic research. Up to a third of the programme is your choice, with options in cosmetic science, chemistry, biology and business, and an internship, usually at a company in Germany or abroad. It is taught in German and starts in winter. Graduates can work in cosmetic research, product development, contract research or medical marketing.
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Prerequisites
The prerequisite for admission to the M.Sc. Cosmetic Science program at the University of Hamburg is:
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Vocational School Teaching with a specialization in Cosmetic Science from the University of Hamburg or a comparable degree program at another university or
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Chemistry or Pharmacy or a comparable course of study or
- In special cases, admission is possible under exceptions to the conditions stated under 1. and 2. (possibly subject to individual requirements) if a bachelor's degree in natural sciences or a comparable degree is held and additionally one year of cosmetic science and/or chemistry experience (e.g., relevant internships, professional experience, or work results) or 60 credit points are demonstrated. This must include knowledge of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. These must amount to at least 20 credit points.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must also demonstrate German language proficiency.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Cosmetic Science
Programme-specific documents
Final documents of your first degree:
bachelor's certificate (or comparable, e.g., the diploma), the examination certificate, a complete overview of grades (transcript of records) If you do not have a transcript of records in German or English, you must provide a certified translation.
If you do not yet have a degree certificate, submit a current transcript of records with your grade point average. (If you are enrolled in several degree programs or have completed external courses, also upload these here.)
If you completed your first degree at a university outside Germany, enclose an explanation of the local grading system (excerpts/copies from the Internet or other sources are acceptable). If available, also include the result of the preliminary review documentation by uni-assist.
GTEBS Test Score or TestAS results
Tabular CV in German or English
informal written confirmation of applicant’s English proficiency
German language certificate (if you do not yet have your test result, an informal written confirmation regarding your Germa language skills will suffice for the purpose of the online application. Please note that a German language certificate will however be reuired latest upon enrolment, find a list of accepted language certificates here.
Only for applicants with a first degree from a university outside Germany: explanation of the local grading system (extracts/copies from the Internet or other sources acceptable)
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Application fee
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Address
Dr. Franca Fuchs
Head of Student Office
Department of Chemistry
Student Office
Martin Luther King Square 6
20146 Hamburg
Room: 49, Grindelallee 117
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
343 EUR
per semester
Application fee
Free
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,590 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
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