Offered through
Department of Biosystems Technology, Faculty of Technology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
DIPLOMA IN COSMETIC TECHNOLOGY (SLQF 03)
Dip (Cosmetic Tech)
The Diploma in Cosmetic Technology study program (SLQF 03) is enriched with a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge of nearly 390 hours of course work (26 theory credits) and 90 hours of practical classes, tutorials, industrial visits, mini-research projects, individual and group presentations etc.
Why You Should Select Dip (Cosmetic Tech)?
✓ The only Diploma course on Cosmetic Technology offered by a Sri Lankan University
✓A comprehensive course content [26 theory credits (390 hours), 3 practical credits (90 hours), industrial visits (1 credit),) mini-research projects, tutorials, individual and group presentations etc.]
✓A panel of lecturers expertise in Cosmetic Technology
✓ Hands-on experience
✓Career guidance to start a small-scale cosmetic industry
Objectives of the Course
- To provide basic principles in cosmetic science and technology
- To provide hands-on experience in developing a range of cosmetics and their quality control analysis
- To provide leadership and managerial skills to start and management of a small cosmetic Industry
Target Group
Ideal for small and medium-scale cosmetic and beauty entrepreneurs, Cosmeticians, Cosmetologists, Beauticians, Candidates who are seeking to become an entrepreneur or expecting employment in the cosmetic and beauty industry, Interested officers from the government and private sector, Ayurvedic medical practitioners, Students from universities and tertiary education institutes, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
At least 3 passes in G.C.E A/L in one attempt or G.C.E O/L with three years of industrial experience in the relevant field or G.C.E O/L with successful completion of a certificate course in a relevant field or G.C.E O/L with successful completion of NVQF level 04 or any other related qualifications accepted by the senate
* The candidates will be shortlisted and selection will be done on an interview
Course Content
|
Semester of study |
Course / Subject / Module Name |
Credit Value |
Hours of Teaching (hr) |
Status (Compulsory /Optional) |
| 1 | DCT 1101 Introduction to cosmetic technology | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1102 History and evolution of cosmetic industry | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1203 Raw materials in cosmetic industry | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1104 Basic biological aspects of cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1105 Skin care cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1106 Hair care cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1107 Oral and dental care cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1108 Baby care cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1109 Perfumery cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1110 Personal hygiene products | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1111 Herbal cosmetics and cosmeceuticals | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1112 Natural Skin whitening, anti-aging and sun care cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 1 | DCT 1113 Current nanocosmetics and future trends | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2214 Cosmetics and beauty culture | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2215 Analytical techniques in cosmetics | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2116 Good manufacturing practices in the cosmetic industry | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2117 Quality assurance in the cosmetic technology | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2118 Global and local regulatory aspects of cosmetics | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2219 Startup and management of a small cosmetic industry | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2220 Marketing aspects of cosmetics | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2221 Professional development course | 2 | 30 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2322 Practicals | 3 | 90 | Compulsory |
| 2 | DCT 2123 Industrial visit | 1 | 15 | Compulsory |
Assessment procedure
Formative Assessment
- Continuous assessments from each course module – 10 % of the final grade
- Industrial visit and report submission – 10 % of the final grade
- Laboratory sessions, mini-project and reports submission – 20 % of the final grade
Summative Assessment
A written examination will be held at the end of the second semester and this will be contributed 60% of the final grade.
Exam Criteria
The Diploma in Cosmetic Technology is awarded to candidates who obtain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Duration: one (01) year
Course fee: Rs: 200,000.00
Payment Plans
Course fee of Rs: 200,000.00 can be paid in two installments. The first installment (60% of the course fee) at the registration and balance payment within 03 months after the commencement of the diploma.
* In addition, the library fee, examination fee, registration fee should be paid at the time of registration.
Lectures and practical classes will be conducted on weekends
Mode of lectures: Physical and/or online (based on the preference of participants)
Medium: English/Sinhala, Examination: English
Application Closing Date: February 15, 2024
Commencement: will be notified soon after the closing date of the application
Application Guide
- Click on the link under the “Apply Now’’ section below.
- Login with your email and & NIC/passport number.
- Enter the relevant details and click on Submit.
- You will see ‘’You have successfully submitted your application’’ in a new web page. Download the application and Bank Pay Slip from this page.
You can pay the application fee online via Visa or Master Card in LKR from this page by clicking the icons.
- You can pay the application fee of Rs: 1,500/- online only at this stage. Unless, you have to visit to a People’s bank physically and pay the application fee of Rs: 1,500/- to the following account:
Account details
Account Number: 097-1001-60027653
Bank: People’s Bank
Branch: Gangodawila Branch
Name: Faculty Development Fund, Faculty of Technology
- Login again following the above 1, 2 steps again.
- Click on the ‘’Next’’ button at the bottom (You are allowed to edit your details, if necessary).
- You need to upload the following documents:
- Passport size colour photograph – .jpg or .png file
- Scanned copy of birth certificate – .pdf file
- C.E. O/L examination results sheet – pdf file
- C.E. A/L examination results sheet – pdf file
- Scanned copies of any academic certificates (i.e., first degree, transcript) – .pdf files
- Scanned copies of any professional certificates (if any) – .pdf files
- Scanned copies of English language proficiency certificates (if any) – .pdf files
- Online payment receipt or Bank payment receipt – .pdf file
- Click on the ‘’Complete’’ button to submit the completed online application.
- Send the downloaded filled application (from 4th step above) to
DipCosmeticTech@fot.sjp.ac.lk with scanned copies of:
Passport size colour photograph, Birth certificate, G.C.E. O/L and A/L (or equivalent exam) results sheets, any professional certificates and Bank payment slip
Subject field of the email: Diploma in Cosmetic Technology – 2024/2025 Batch
- Post the printed application (from 4th step above) along with the certified documents included in the above 8th step through the registered post to Deputy Registrar, Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Pitipana, Homagama.
Write ‘’Diploma in Cosmetic Technology – 2024/2025 Batch’’ on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
For further details, please contact;
Dr. W. P. Kaushalya M. Abeysekera
Senior Lecturer/Coordinator
Diploma in Cosmetic Technology
Department of Biosystems Technology
Faculty of Technology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Mobile: (+94) 77 2933870
Email: kaushalyaabey@sjp.ac.lk
Dr. Sankalya Ambagaspitiya
Senior Lecturer/Co-coordinator
Diploma in Cosmetic Technology
Department of Biosystems Technology
Faculty of Technology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Mobile: (+94) 70 6766830
Email: sankalya@sjp.ac.lk
