Overview

This four-year programme delivered by the University of Reading includes a foundation year that leads directly into the three-year BSc Chemistry with Cosmetic Science degree.

Key facts

The foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed at university. You’ll develop core skills in academic study, writing and research.

Your subject-specific studies will focus on basic principles in:

biology

chemistry

ecology

sustainability

mathematics.

Your learning will be delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical classes and workshops.

A foundation year is more than just a stepping-stone to a degree. You will also benefit from:

access to our full range of facilities and resources

full integration into university life, before your degree year begins

experience of an academic environment, and the ability to work independently

specialist support and guidance.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Blocks of Life
Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
Shape, Structure and Reactivity in Organic Chemistry
Physical Processes and Molecular Organisation
Laboratory Skills for Chemists
Analytical Chemistry
Chemical Concepts and Skills
Core Cosmetic Science

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

More details

Please be aware that some of our courses may be full after the January UCAS deadline, so we recommend early applications where possible.

Language

English

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Natural Sciences View 104 other Bachelors in Natural Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

BBB - for applicants without Chemistry
CCC - for applicants with Chemistry

International Baccalaureate

30 - for applicants without Chemistry
24 - for applicants with Chemistry at higher level

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30650 GBP / year

≈ 30650 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

£23,000 for Foundation year

Living costs

Reading

United Kingdom

903 - 1382 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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