Cosmetic Chemistry
The Cosmetic Chemistry stream is designed to provide students with solid foundation, in-depth knowledge and professional training in the area of cosmetic chemistry. It aims to produce graduates interested in pursuing a career in the cosmetic industry.
To recognize students who have satisfactorily completed the courses as required in the Cosmetic Chemistry stream, the Departmental General Office will invite respective students for application after Semester B of the academic year for arrangement:
For students with Catalogue Term of Semester A, 2021/22 and thereafter:
The stream will be shown on students’ official transcript and testimonial.
For students with Catalogue Term before Semester A, 2021/22:
The Department of Chemistry will provide a written proof as an interim arrangement.
Electives (13 - 16 credit units)
| Course Code | Course Title | Level | Credit Units | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM3083 | Cosmetic Chemistry | B3 | 3 | |
| CSCI4002 | Industrial Attachment Scheme for Science Students | B4 | 3 | Project titles to be agreed by the Hong Kong Society of Cosmetic Chemists (HKSCC). |
| Choose at least one out of the following three courses: | ||||
| CHEM4030 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry | B4 | 4 | |
| CHEM4031 | Advanced Organic Chemistry | B4 | 4 | |
| CHEM4045 | Medicinal Chemistry | B4 | 3 | |
| Choose one out of the following two courses: | ||||
| CHEM3042 | Directed Studies in Biology/Chemistry/Environmental Sciences | B3/B4 | 4 | Project in CHEM3042 and CHEM4036 shall be related to Cosmetic Chemistry. |
| CHEM4036 | Project | B4 | 6 | |