Vizja Universities Group

Type:

Graduate (Master)

Field of study:

Cosmetic Technology and Formulation Design

Duration of study:

2 years (4 semesters)

Mode:

full-time

Obtained title:

master’s degree

Language:

English

Why choose this field of study?

Are you interested in developing innovative cosmetics, creating advanced formulas, and managing the process of designing and launching them on the market? Do you want to deepen your knowledge of cosmetic chemistry, production technology, and product safety, while gaining the competences needed to work independently and creatively in the beauty industry? If so, the Master’s degree programme in Cosmetic Technology and Formulation Design at UAFM is the right choice for you!

This second-cycle programme is dedicated to graduates who hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in cosmetic production technology, cosmetic formulation and design, cosmetology, or related fields, and who want to build their careers in the growing segment of natural, eco-friendly, and safe cosmetics developed in line with clean beauty principles. The curriculum has been created for future experts in the cosmetics industry – individuals who wish to design their own cosmetic products, analyse market trends, and have a real impact on the future direction of this fast-evolving sector.

What can you do after graduation?

With a Master’s degree in Cosmetic Technology and Formulation Design, you can pursue a career in various areas of the cosmetics industry – from industrial production to research and development. You may find employment in cosmetic laboratories, product development (R&D) departments, manufacturing facilities, or companies specialising in cosmetic safety assessment. Possible roles include cosmetic technology specialist, formulation and product implementation expert, clean beauty consultant, or product innovation advisor.

The programme also prepares you to start your own business – you can create your own cosmetics brand, launch a service laboratory, or establish a consultancy focused on cosmetic safety, formulation, or product design.

This program is for you if:

You already hold a degree in a relevant (or related) first-cycle programme and want to expand your qualifications.

You are fascinated by the world of innovative and natural cosmetics, and by developing products aligned with clean beauty and eco-design trends.

You want to strengthen your ability to manage a cosmetics brand.

Tuition fees

Fixed tuition - flexible payments

By choosing to study at UAFM, you can be sure that the tuition fee will not change throughout the duration of your studies. You can pay the tuition fee once for the entire year of study or spread over a semester payment. This allows you to decide how you want to plan your expenses.

Fees (academic year 2025/2026)

EU&OTHER COUNTRIES GROUP

Year of study	Annually	Per semester*
I	2600 €	1450 €
II	2600 €	1450 €

*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.

OTHER COUNTRIES

Year of study	Annually	Per semester*
I	3600 €	1950 €
II	3600 €	1950 €

*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.

EU and other countries group
This group includes citizens of the countries member states of the European Union and the following countries citizens: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latin America, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.

Other countries
The citizens of all the remaining countries.

Scholarships - easier than you think

In the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, UAFM in Kraków awarded nearly 500 Rector’s Scholarships.

Any student who has achieved a high grade point average may apply for a merit-based scholarship.

In the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, UAFM in Kraków awarded nearly 500 Rector’s Scholarships in the amount of PLN 1,000 per month, depending on academic performance, or PLN 800 / PLN 1,200 per month, depending on scientific, artistic, or sports achievements.

The scholarship can also be awarded for scientific or artistic publications, participation in scientific research or development work, participation in internships, practical training or courses beyond the study program, participation in scientific conferences, and participation in scientific, artistic competitions, exhibitions, or festivals.

A sports scholarship may be granted to a student who stands out with sporting achievements at least at the national competition level or is a member of the national team. Scholarships may also be awarded to athletes representing the university in academic competitions. A first-year student may receive a scholarship based on sports achievements from the 12 months preceding the start of their studies.

Young athletes may receive financial support in the amount of PLN 800 or PLN 1,200 per month.

A scholarship for students with disabilities may be awarded to a student who holds a certificate of disability, a degree of disability, a ZUS medical certificate, a certificate of classification into an invalidity group, or a certificate of permanent or long-term inability to work on a farm.

In the academic year 2024/2025, depending on the degree of disability, approximately 100 scholarships were awarded for students with disabilities, in amounts ranging from PLN 850 to PLN 1,250 per month. In 2023/2024, about 80 scholarships were awarded in the same amounts.

Emergency financial aid is a form of one-time financial support. Any student who has temporarily found themselves in a difficult life situation due to unforeseen events beyond their control may apply for it. Emergency aid can be awarded twice during one academic year; however, it cannot be granted twice for the same event.

In the academic year 2023/2024, we granted 215 emergency financial aids for a total amount of PLN 389,900. Depending on the student’s situation, the amounts ranged from PLN 500 to PLN 3,500 as a one-time payment.

Academic Year 2023/2024:
· 500 Rector’s Scholarships
· 215 emergency financial aids
· 188 social scholarships
· 83 scholarships for students with disabilities

In 2024, we spent nearly PLN 8,800,000 on scholarships.