Official Website of the Master’s Program: https://msc2c.chem.duth.gr/

History

MSc in Cosmetic Chemistry has been operating since the academic year 2021-2022 in accordance with the provisions of the decision published in the Government Gazette, Issue B’ 3466/29.07.2021, and the provisions of Law 4485/2017 (A’ 114).

Scope – Aim of the MSc Program

The MSc program focuses on theoretical specialization in Cosmetic Chemistry, as well as laboratory expertise and training of junior scientists in the design and production of cosmetic products on a small and industrial scale. In addition, the assessment and evaluation of cosmetic products using specific techniques (quality, efficacy, and safety control) at both theoretical and practical levels is an integral part of the program. A major part of the MSc program involves the introduction of novel concepts in Cosmetic Chemistry, such as Nanochemistry, through the application of nanomaterials in cosmetic products.

The MSc program aims to meet research and educational demands in the field of Cosmetic Chemistry as well as to contribute to the development of research and cosmetic products manufacturing. Graduates will be equipped with the background to work in the cosmetic industry as well as in national and international cosmetic certification bodies. In addition, it is expected to strengthen the connection between research and Greek production units through the creation of well-trained and specialized human resources and the transfer of know-how that will contribute to the promotion of the country’s development requirements. Specifically, the objectives of the Program are as follows:

  • Provision of high-level postgraduate studies.
  • Provision of knowledge on contemporary developments in Cosmetic Chemistry.
  • Composition, Characterization, and Production of Cosmetic Products
  • Training scientists with the necessary skills for a successful career in public services, the cosmetics industry, and cosmetic certification bodies.
  • Preparation for third-cycle studies.

The MSc program also aims to meet social needs in the context of continuous and lifelong learning. The guiding philosophy of the program is to provide graduate students with a foundation of advanced knowledge, methods, and analytical skills that will enable them to continue learning and developing. Based on this philosophy, teaching methods focus on the active participation of students and include various interactive methods, such as applied research, case studies, laboratory exercises/activities, etc.

Postgraduate Diploma Awarded

The MSc program awards a Master of Science (MSc) Diploma in Cosmetic Chemistry.

Qualifications of accepted Graduates

Graduates who are eligible for admission to the MSc program are:

Holders of first cycle degrees from Greek universities and holders of first cycle degrees from equivalent institutions abroad. A Master’s Degree is not awarded to students whose first-cycle degree from a foreign institution has not been recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (DOATAP), in accordance with Law 3328/2005 (A’ 80). Members of the Special Scientific Staff, Special Teaching Staff, and Special Technical-Scientific Staff categories, provided they meet the requirements of the first paragraph of Article 34(1), may be enrolled as supernumeraries, and only one per year per postgraduate program organized in the departments of the institution where they serve, which is relevant to their degree and the work they perform at the institution in question.

MSc Duration

The MSc program leading to the award of a Master’s Diploma has a minimum duration of three (3) semesters, which includes the time required for the preparation and defense of the Master’s Thesis. The maximum time allowed for completion of studies is set at one additional year from the date of enrollment in the program.

Course Schedule per Semester

The MSc program includes four (4) compulsory courses per semester, so that each postgraduate student completes 30 credits (ECTS) per semester. During the third semester of the program, students conduct their master’s thesis, which corresponds to 30 ECTS. The total number of ECTS for the program is 90. Each semester lasts 13 full weeks and corresponds to a workload of 30 ECTS, which are distributed among the courses provided. The courses offered each semester are presented in the following table. Most of the courses include lectures, exercises, and laboratory work. Some also include individual or group projects or case studies. The teaching language and thesis writing is in Greek.

Number of Admissions

The maximum number of students admitted per year is set at 50 (fifty) postgraduate students.

Staff

The following faculty members from the Democritus University of Thrace, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, National Centre for Scientific Research “Demokritos” and International Hellenic University teach in the MSc program.