Bachelor of Professional Cosmetic Science

Program Mission

The Professional cosmetic science will prepare students for a variety of career goals including cosmetic science and related cosmetic science technologies; also, the program will prepare students to be critical thinkers with the ability to reflect upon scientific knowledge and continue to expand upon this knowledge throughout their careers. Also, our mission is to produce well rounded, independently inquisitive graduates, who can compete for national and international jobs and graduate programs as well.

Program Goals and Objectives

Objectives of BSc. Professional cosmetic science program is innovative in nature and the basis for finding cosmetic development worldwide. This program aims to produce qualified students to compete for important sites in Cosmetic research centers, pharmaceutical research centers, laboratories, private and public related companies in addition to the ability to create small projects that are eligible for growth, development and competition.

Establishing a distinguished elite of specialists in the field of cosmetology who have the ability to employ the scientific basis in the fields of cosmetics industry. Graduates of this program will seek to support research, development and manufacturing in the fields of cosmetics, product evaluation and safety. Graduates become able to assume leadership positions in the cosmetic industry.

The student who holds Tawjehi accepts scientific, industrial and home economics in the cosmetology branch or its equivalent in the specialization, provided that the general average is not less than 70%

• Pharmaceutical / Cosmetics Warehouse.
• Major pharmacies /cosmetics department.
• Establishing and managing projects for the manufacture of cosmetics of all kinds.
• Companies marketing cosmetics.
• Sales and shops that deal with skin products and special care.
• Teaching in professional fields specialized in the cosmetic industry

1. University Requirements (24 Credit Hours)

All students registered to obtain a bachelor’s professional degree in cosmetic science must successfully complete the university’s requirements by 24 credit hours distributed as follows:

A. University Requirements (18 credit hours)

Course Number	Credit Hours			Course Name	Prerequisite
	Total	Practical	Theoretical
0400101	2		2	Arabic Language Skills
0400184	2		2	English Language Skills 1
0400185	2		2	English Language skills 2	0400184
0400120	2		2	History of Jerusalem
0400121	2		2	Environment & Nature of Palestine
0400122	2		2	Islamic Culture
0400123	3		3	World Civilizations
0400124	3		3	Critical Thinking

B. University Elective Requirements (6 Credit Hours)

2. Faculty Required Courses (18 Credit Hours)

Course Number	Credit Hours			Course Name	Prerequisite
	Total	Practical	Theoretical
0305101	4	1	3	Introduction to Biology	–
0302101	3	1	2	General Physics (I)	–
0303101	4	1	3	Introduction to Computer Science	–
0304101	4	1	3	General Chemistry	–
0306101	3	–	3	Calculus 1	–

 

3. Full major Required Courses (74 Credit Hours)

Course Number	Credit Hours			Course Name	Prerequisite
	Total	Practical	Theoretical
0319101	2	–	2	Introduction to Cosmetic Science
0319201	3	–	3	Anatomy & Physiology of Skin, Nail & Hair	0305101
0319202	2	–	2	Pathophysiology of Skin, Nail & Hair	0319202
0319211	3	–	3	Organic Chemistry I	0304101
0319212	3	–	3	Organic Chemistry II	0319211
0319213	2	1	1	Practical Organic Chemistry	0319211
0319221	3	1	2	Physical Chemistry of Cosmetic	0304101
0319231	2		2	Cosmetic Management
0319241	3	1	2	Surfactants, Colloid & Emulsion	0319212
0319251	2	–	2	Lipid & Cosmetic Preparation	0319212
0319261	3	–	3	Polymer Chemistry for Cosmetic Science	0319211
0319271	3	1	2	Cosmetic Microbiology & Sterilization	0305101
0319281	2	–	2	Nutrition & Health	0319101
0319301	2	1	1	Cosmetic Testing Analysis & Evaluation I	0304101
0319311	3	–	3	Cosmetic Additives	0319212
0319321	2	–	2	Environmental Issues in Cosmetic Industry	0319101
0319332	2		2	Accounting & Small Business in Cosmetic
0319331	2		2	Marketing of Cosmetic
0319341	2	–	2	Industrial Processing in Cosmetic	0319101
0319351	3	1	2	Skin & Color Formulation	0319311
0319352	3	1	2	Hair Formulation	0319311
0319361	3	1	2	Compatibility & Stabilization of Cosmetic.	0319241
0319371	2	1	1	Perfumery & Essential Oil	0319311
0319411	2	1	1	Cosmetics Testing Analysis & Evaluation II	0319301
0319412	2	1	1	Phyto & Natural Products	0305101
0319421	2	–	2	Good Manufacturing Practice & Total Quality Management in Cosmetic Industry	senior
0319441	3	–	3	Pharmacology for Cosmetic Science	0319212, 0319221
0319451	3	3		Cosmetic Training	senior
0319452	3	1	2	Graduation Project	senior
0319474	2		2	Skin & Hypersensitivity	0319202

 4. Major Elective Courses in Cosmetic Science (8 Credit Hours):

Student must successfully pass 8 credit hours of the following courses:

Course Number	Credit Hours			Course Name	Prerequisite
	Total	Practical	Theoretical
0319401	2	–	2	Phototherapy & Laser	senior
0319402	2	–	2	Skin Toxicology	0319202
0319431	2	1	1	Advanced Technique in Cosmetic Industry	0319341
0319432	2	–	2	Research & Biostatistics	senior
0319471	2	–	2	Cosmetic Ethics	senior
0319472	2	–	2	Antiaging Protocol	senior
0319473	2	–	2	Cosmetic & Aesthetic Science	senior

5. Free Elective Requirements: (6 credit hours)

Faculty Requirements

Introduction to Biology (0305101) 3+1 credit hours

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. Theoretical part includes topics of diversity of life, molecules of life, the cell, energy transformation processes, multi cellular organization and reproduction. Experimental part is designed to enrich the conceptual understanding of the topics addressed in the theoretical part; the experiments are designed to develop skills in the use and handling laboratory equipment and biological materials, as well as learning related techniques.

General Chemistry (0304101) 3 + 1 credit hours

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. Theoretical part includes topics of stoichiometric Determinations, structure of the atom, electronic configuration of the elements, Properties of solids, liquids and solutions, thermo-chemistry, and principles of chemical bonding. Experimental part is designed to enrich the conceptual understanding of the topics addressed in the theoretical part; the experiments are designed to develop skills in the use and handling laboratory equipment and chemical materials.

Introduction to Computer Science (0303101) 3+ 1 credit hours:

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. Theoretical part includes topics of Binary numbers and formats, Hexadecimal notation, Conversion between binary and hexadecimal, Memory representation. Computer programming languages, Machine language, Assembly language, High level languages: compilation and interpretation Problem solving before programming. Experimental part is designed to analyze problems and devise algorithms to produce solutions to problems, a top-down approach of Problem analysis. Implementing algorithms in the Java Object-Oriented high-25.

General Physics (0302101) 3 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include measurements, motion, kinematics and dynamics, fluid dynamics, temperature and heat capacitors, current and resistance, direct current, geometrical optics and shadows, microscope, eye and vision.

Calculus 1 (0306101) 3 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include Limits and continuity of functions. The derivative, rate of chance, the chain rule, and related rates. Derivatives of trigonometric functions. Extreme value theorem, the mean value, and curve sketching. Anti-derivatives, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus.

Course Descriptions of Different Subjects in Cosmetic Science

Introduction to Cosmetic Science (0319101) 2 Credit Hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics provide an overview of the definition and development of personal care and cosmetic products with emphasis on current and future needs. Classification of Cosmetics Quality characteristics and Quality Assurance Development Process of Cosmetics.

Anatomy & Physiology of Skin, Nail & Hair (0319201) 3 Credit Hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics provide the basic anatomy and physiology of: Layers of skin, Specialized structures of skin, Sweat (sudoriferous) glands, Hairs, Sebaceous glands, Nails and Blood supply & innervation of skin. Prerequisite: 0305101

Pathophysiology of Skin, Nail & Hair (0319202) 2 Credit Hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics provide to manage common skin, hair and nail conditions in primary care, modes of presentation, relevant investigations and management of all of the common skin conditions from acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis through to drug rashes, hair loss and common cosmetic complaints. Prerequisite:0319201

Organic Chemistry I (0319211) 3 Credit Hours:

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include major classes of organic compounds: Alkanes, Cycloalkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, arenes and alkyl halide with emphasis on major class reactions and reactive intermediates. Structural concepts such as conformational analysis and stereochemistry will also be studied. Prerequisite:0304101

Organic Chemistry II (0319212) 3 Credit Hours:

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include a comprehensive and detailed study of the reactions and properties of different functional groups including alcohols, ethers, carbonyl compounds and amine. Reaction mechanisms, as well as multi-step synthesis of more complicated compounds, are incorporated. It also includes spectrophotometric methods of identification of organic compounds. Prerequisite:0319211

Practical Organic Chemistry (0319213) 2 Credit Hours:

Experimental course, it introduces the students to experience and practice of the basic techniques of determining melting and boiling points as well as to perform different separation techniques such as distillation, crystallization, extraction and chromatography. Also, it includes carrying out simple chemical tests and synthesis of alcohols, alkenes and alkyl halides. Prerequisite: 0319212

Physical Chemistry of Cosmetic (0319221) 3 Credit Hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. Theoretical part includes topics of the quantitative and theoretical principles of science as they apply to the cosmetic science, the principles of solubility and stability, diffusion, interfacial phenomenon, rheology and coarse dispersions. Experimental part includes basic ideas of practical physical chemistry covering experiments in the main field of: Thermodynamics, thermo-chemistry, spectrophotometry, solutions and phase equilibria. Prerequisite: 0302101, 0304101

Cosmetic Management (0319231) 2 Credit Hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include the business base and cosmetic skills that student need for a career in the growing cosmetic and fragrance industries. The curriculum, designed in collaboration with the cosmetics industry, focuses on current market trends and touches on all disciplines that students require to enter the personal care products sector. Courses encompass training in retailing, merchandising, marketing and sales, make-up application, as well as the skills necessary for running an independent business.

Surfactants, Colloid & Emulsion (0319241) 3 credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics covering fundamentals underpinning cosmetic formulations including wetting, spreading, contact angle, surface excess and adsorption, interfacial and solution chemistry of surfactants, surface tension, micellization, mixed surfactant systems, silicone surfactants, basic rheology, polymers and polyelectrolytes, silicone polymers, foams, foam stability and rheology, solid-liquid interface and a brief introduction to bilayers and stratum corneum membrane will be the focus of this course.

Lipid & Cosmetic Preparation (0319251) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include the roles that plant-based lipids play in personal care and cosmetics formulations. Particular focus will be put on how the structure of fatty acids found in plant-based lipids, and more importantly the triglycerides and wax esters that contain them, determine the interdependent properties of oxidative stability, compatibility, solid fat content, and crystallization types of various oils, fats, and waxes. Further, we will examine how these properties can inform our choices of oils, fats, waxes, and their derivatives within different personal care and cosmetic products.

Polymer Chemistry for Cosmetic Science (0319261) 3 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics provide an understanding of the diverse classification of polymer chemistry, nature of polymer science, outlining the similarities and difference between the different categories, their functionality, and how best to apply them to cosmetic product development within the following areas: Formulation Development, Technical Service, Sales and Marketing.

Cosmetic Microbiology & Sterilization (0319271) 3 credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics are historical developments in cosmetic microbiology, a basic review of microbiology, product preservation, preservatives, microbiological issue in the manufacturing plant, problems with Pseudomonas spp., modulation of skin microflora with products and probiotics, and Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act and Regulations pertaining to cosmetic and OTC drug product.

Nutrition & Health (0319281) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include introduction, micronutrient, Functional food and cells metabolism, lipid metabolism; obesity complication and treatment; cosmetherapeutical potential of common foods, diet and skin aging, vitamins in dermatology; supplement versus food; low risk hypocaloric diet; ketogenic diet in dermatology; food quality issues, pesticide residues, transgenic food, processing and preparation effects, individualizing food; and future direction.

Cosmetic Testing Analysis & Evaluation I (0319301) 2 credit hours (1+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include three broad categories. The first of these is the analysis required by official regulations from the viewpoint of safety to ensure that the raw materials used in cosmetics are of high quality. The second is the analysis carried out to guarantee their ingredient content, and the third, as an extension to that required by law, is the analysis necessary to guarantee that products meet the higher-level quality standards of cosmetics manufacturing.

Cosmetic Color Additives (0319311) 3 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include the broad spectrum of color additives and their use in color cosmetics, color additives will include inorganic, organic, and effect pigments, their regulation, properties, and color selection. Formulation and processing of the major classes of color cosmetics will also be covered.

Environmental Issues in Cosmetic Industry (0319321) 2credit hours

This course includes theoretical part. The topics include the concept of the environment, its laws and relation to other sciences, primary and secondary components, cycle of elements in the natural environment, environmental problems, pollution of the environment, the problem of the depletion of environmental cosmetic resources.

Marketing of Cosmetic (0319331) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part. The topics include marketing including strategy, positioning, customer insights, the evolution of the retail environment, the Omni channel customer experience, social media, promotions, pricing, sales forecasting, and budget management. Prominence will be given to technology and how it disrupts the beauty industry.

Accounting & Small Business in Cosmetic (0319332) 2credit hours

This course includes theoretical part. The topics include the basics of financial management for the small business and look at the essential elements of finance including cash flow forecasts, cost analysis, recording transactions, preparing accounts, VAT returns and taxation.

Industrial Processing in Cosmetic (0319341) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part. The topics include industrial production of cosmetic, Main production machinery used in the cosmetic industry, Machines for the preparation of liquids, machines for the preparation of emulsions and suspensions: vacuum turboemulsors; other types of homogenizers; powder refining machines (mills); powder mixing machines; panning machines; granulators. Main machines for dispensing and packaging cosmetic preparations, Guided tour(s) to industrial productions plants.

Skin & Color Formulation (0319351) 3credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include specific type of formulation of skin and nail cosmetic products. This course firstly covers all products that are left behind on the skin. These include moisturizing products, anti-aging products, sunless tanners which change the color of skin. Secondly Color cosmetics or make up that includes products that remain on the skin and change the color and appearance. It includes products for the face like foundations, lip sticks, lip gloss, blush, eye shadow, eye liner, mascara, products for the nails such as nail polish, gloss, and all the other products related to nail care.

Hair Formulation (0319352) 3 credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include products for the hair These are liquid shampoos which clean hair, but there are also powdered, aerosol shampoos, anti-dandruff shampoos, anti-lice products, and even hair restoration shampoos. Hair conditioners includes every day rinse-off conditioners, intensive conditioners, protein packs, hot oil treatments, serums and a wide variety of other specialty products. A third type of hair product are styling products including hair sprays, mousses, styling gels, putties, pomades and more. A final hair product category is straightening hair there are relaxer products. For making hair curly there are perms.

Compatibility & Stabilization of Cosmetic (0319361) 3 credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include the chemistry, physical and functional properties, and value-added benefits of each additive and how they are incorporated in cosmetic products, what benefits might be achieved with the right selection of ingredients. requirements to ensure safe use of cosmetics and such requirements also includes stability studies which guarantee that products retain their proclaimed features over their shelf life.

Perfumery & Essential Oil (0319371) 2 credit hours (1+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. This course will focus on all aspects of fragrance as a science and as a commercial endeavor, including the sense of smell, the history of fragrance, fragrance creation and duplication, natural products and aroma chemicals used in fragrances, fragrance applications in personal care and household products, the physical chemistry of fragrance solutions, safety and regulatory requirements, the emotional and psychological effects of odors.

Phototherapy & Laser (0319401) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include physics of light and laser, wavelength; history of phototherapy; sun light effect; Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing, Nonablative Laser Skin Resurfacing, Carbon Dioxide Laser, Erbium Q switch N.D yag laser, eximer laser, ultra violate A, narrow band UV A, Intense Pulsed Light Source, Pulsed Dye Laser, Midinfrared Lasers; Nonablative Radiofrequency Technology; selective thermolysis; Adverse Effects and Complications.

Skin Toxicology (0319402) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics provide an introductory overview of the field of toxicology covering the basic principles, target organ toxicity, the toxicity of a limited group of compounds targeting the skin, and treatment. The principal learning objective is for the students to gain familiarity with basic building blocks of toxicology, to enable them to subsequently build a more detailed knowledge of those particular aspects of toxicology that are relevant to dermal toxicity. Allergic and immunological toxic reactions will also be covered.

Cosmetic Testing, Analysis & Evaluation II (0319411) 2 credit hours (1+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include Instrumental analytical chemistry techniques used to do the testing, analysis and evaluation to cosmetics. Bio-related testing on the skin and hair to which cosmetics are applied. A detailed description of techniques used for such analysis. Students are to carry instrumental analysis using HPLC, GC, Spectrophotometry and other advanced techniques.

Phyto & Natural Products (0319412) 2 credit hours (1+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include plants used in cosmetics; active substances present in plants, methods for obtaining active substances from plants; alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, terpenes, mucilages, pectins; forms and properties of phytocosmetics; the influence of active plant components on the physiology of skin, including phytocosmetics for different skin types, skin lesions and natural cosmetics used for hair care and problems with hairy scalp, potential adverse effects associated with plant-derived ingredients.

Good Manufacturing Practice & Total Quality Management in Cosmetic Industry (0319421) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include review of each section of the Quality Systems Manual, participants will gain insights to the processes affecting the writing, issuance and maintenance of SOPs and how they can affect day to day operations, including GMP requirements for facilities, personnel training, equipment qualification activities, process validation, component and product specifications, packaging and labeling controls, laboratory activities, warehousing and shipping monitoring, the importance of process water system validation and care, complaints and recalls, and handling FDA inspections.

Advanced Technique in Cosmetic Industry (0319431) 2credit hours (1+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. The topics include preparation of: Soaps, Humectants Skin Creams, Astringents and skin tonics, Face packs and Masks, Antioxidant, Productive creams and hand cleansers, Bath Preparation, Skin Products for Babies and Skin lightener of bleaches: Formulation aspects.

Research & Biostatistics (0319432) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include Epidemiology of different dermatology disease; Measurement of frequency; Place Distribution; Source of Epidemiology Data; Epidemiological Studies; Retrospective Study; Cohort Studies; Methods of Presentation; Mathematical Presentation; Sampling, Cluster Sampling; Mortality rates; Time; Definition of Statistics; Graphical Presentation; clinical study in prevalence of dermatology treatments side effect and complication; prognosis methods.

Pharmacology for Cosmetic Science (0319441) 3 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include principles of pharmacology including absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of drugs. In addition, this course will provide a fundamental understanding of pharmacodynamics and toxic dynamics, pharmacokinetics, principles of how agonists and antagonists interact with drug receptors to modulate physiologic function and the importance of the dose-response relationship in drug development and therapy.

Cosmetic Training (0319451) 3 credit hours

This course includes training part. The topics include cosmetics training is designed to help students stay in front of this aggressive industry that is driven by diverse consumer demands, competitive market claims, and looming regulatory oversight.

Graduation Project (0319452) 3 credit hours (2+1)

This course includes theoretical and experimental parts. This course requires comprehensive evaluation of a contemporary issue in cosmetic science or topical drug development. Students during this phase of the course will prepare a detailed review article analyzing the problem and present the results in a seminar. The article will be written in a format suitable for publication and submitted to a journal but final acceptance of the article is not required for the completion of the course.

Cosmetic Ethics (0319471) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include Ethics and laws regulating the Cosmetic profession practice in Palestine. International cosmetic organizations.

Antiaging protocol (0319472) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include aging definition and mechanism: cellular level and molecular level, Inflammation role in aging ; assessing the Skin Care Regimen; Photoprotection and Systemic Antioxidants; Topical Pharmacological Agents with Anti-Aging Properties ; exercise for longevity ;Invasive Procedure: Visible Light Device &Lasers, RF for the Skin Rejuvenation, Resurfacing and Tightening ;Hormonal Therapies ; Telomere-Based Therapies, Stem Cells, ALT-711 ,brain exercise, tissue healing and aging ,Future Therapies.

Cosmetic & Aesthetic Science (0319473) 2 credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include Makeup application, hair removal, dermatology, aromatherapy, medical terminology, facial massage, eyebrow and eyelash tinting, salon management, body systems.

Skin & hypersensitivity (0319474) 2 Credit hours

This course includes theoretical part only. The topics include a molecular mechanism by which some common chemicals found in skin creams and other personal care products can trigger allergic reactions in the skin. The results suggest that the way these components displace lipids in skin cells may explain how they cause allergic contact dermatitis (ACD), and also point at a potential way of treating the condition.