Logo Mark Singapore GovernmentA Singapore Government Agency WebsiteHow to identify 
Government Building
Official website links end with .gov.sg

Government agencies communicate via .gov.sg website
(e.g. go.gov.sg/open). Trusted websites  

Lock
Secure websites use HTTPS

Look for a lock (lock) or https:// as an added precaution.
Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Last Updated: 03 Feb 2026

Perfumery & Cosmetic Science

This diploma merges creativity & innovation in fragrance and cosmetics. It covers cosmetic formulation, raw ingredients and fragrance development. Learn through a hands-on approach by working on real-world industry projects and develop important professional and technical skills in the 44 week internship programme.

Course code: S38
Singapore Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE, DAE, JPAE, Poly EAE, PFP
2026 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 5 - 11
Course duration: 3 years

Learn more on:

Course details

Field of study
Applied Sciences
Certification offered

Diploma in Perfumery & Cosmetic Science

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This course is under the Sciences cluster

SubjectGrade
English Language Syllabus A1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics1-3

Any one of the following subjects

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

    		1-4
    For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
    SubjectGrade
    English Language1-7
    Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-6

    Any one of the following subjects

    • Biology
    • Biotechnology
    • Chemistry
    • Food & Nutrition/Nutrition & Food Science
    • Physics
    • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
    		1-6

    Course modules

    Year 1
    • Chemistry and its Applications
    • Chemical Safety & Biosafety
    • Biochemistry & Cell Biology
    • Chemistry I
    • Basic Mathematics
    • Thinking Critically about the UN SDGs (TCU)
    • Collaboration in the Digital Age (CDA)
    • Introductory Food Science
    • Effective Writing for the Workplace (EWW)
    • Education and Career Guidance
    • Financial Education 1
    • Wellness for Life
    • Instrumental Analysis
    • Persuasive Communication with Data Storytelling
    • Microbiology & Genetics
    • Chemistry II
    • Engineering Mathematics
    • Problem Solving with Creative and Computational Thinking
    • Elective I
    Year 2
    • Chemistry III
    • Chemistry of Cosmetic Raw Materials
    • Communicating for Professional Effectiveness
    • Elective 2
    • Elective 3
    • Engineering Mathematics II
    • Formulation and Colloidal Science of Cosmetics
    • Fragrance and Flavour Chemistry I
    • Fragrance and Flavour Chemistry II
    • Further Chemistry I
    • Quality Assurance and Statistics
    • Social Innovation Project
    • The Art of Perfumery
    • Education and Career Guidance 2
    Year 3
    • Internship Programme
    • Safety Assessment, GMP and Cosmetic Regulations

    Internship

    Internship duration44 weeks
    Internship timeframeYear 3
    Internship periodMar to Jan

    Career prospects

    You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

    • Chemist
    • Formulator
    • Fragrance Evaluator
    • Procurement Executive
    • Product Application Chemist
    • Product Development Specialist
    • Quality Control/Assurance Chemist
    • Regulatory and Product Safety Personnel
    • Sales/Business/Marketing Executive
    • Trainee/Assistant Perfumer

    Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

    How to register

    Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

    You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

    Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

    You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

    You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

    You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

    You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.