
Technical and Scientific
MSc in Fragrance Expertise Formulation & Applications
Master Degree
English-taught Postgraduate Program
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Application dates
Entry level :
Master Degree
Admission requirements
Dates of selections
First campaign: March
(closing of registration: February 26th)
Second campaign according to the seats available: June
(Closing of registration: May 12th)
Pre-requisites / Admission Requirements
- Graduate level: Master’s Degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Biological Sciences, Botany, Pharmaceutical Sciences)
- Professional experience in Fragrance is not required but recommended.
- Fluent in English : English proficiency test scores required for non-native speakers (IELTS: 6.5 or TOEFL iBT: 85 or TOEIC: 850)
Target audience
Full-time : Any candidat meeting the prerequisites and with a strong interest in Fragrance Formulation & Applications
Date of training
September 26, 2022 to November 30, 2023
How to apply
Admission process
- Download and fill out the motivation file
- Completed application form and required documents must be sent through our online platform.
- Online individual motivation Interview
- Guidelines to obtain your visa
Referencing of the course
- Titre RNCP 26943 : Manager des process de création et de développement des produits Parfum, Cosmétique et Arômes alimentaires
Financing methods & ELIGIBILITY PROVISIONS
Full-Time
- Registration fees: 200€
- The registration fees are non-refundable and must be paid online when submitting you application.
- 30% of 10 250€ to be paid upon acceptation
- Tuition fees: 10 250€ for 1 year
- 200 € for application handling fees (mandatory and non-refundable). Payable online. Click below to submit your payment.
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Program
Objectives
Learning goals
- Develop a current knowledge of global fragrance markets, key players and consumer trends
- Acquire an expertise in olfaction, raw materials and fragrance composition
- Understand the fragrance formulation process
- Uphold safety regulation and execute quality processes
- Develop your know-how in a company thanks to a 6-month internship/work placement
Content
1-year training at ISIPCA, Versailles/Grasse, France: 450 hours of teaching
Courses - Hours (%) - ECTS
- Olfaction (Raw materials olfaction, Monographs) - 30% - 13 ECTS
- Fragrances (Perfumery History, Language & Genealogy, Fragrance formulation, Regulation) - 30% - 13 ECTS
- Sciences (Advanced Chemistry in Perfumery, Extraction Methods, Sensorial Analysis) - 20% - 9 ECTS
- Marketing (International Markets, Key players, Fine & Functional Fragrances evaluation, Consumer Behaviour) - 10% - 5 ECTS
- Fragrance project development - 10% - 5 ECTS
Professional
- PROFESSIONAL LECTURES - 20 hours
- Professional internship/work placement - 5 to 6 months - 15 ECTS
Teaching methods
- Oct - Nov 15: 2-months remotely courses
- Nov 15 - Feb 15: Online and face-to-face courses, pratical works in the laboratory, team work and oral presentations at ISIPCA
- Feb 15 - March: face-to face courses and practical work in the laboratory at Grasse campus
Teaching Resources
- Specifc Laboratoires dedicated to formulation of fragrances, sensory analysis and analytical chemistry
- Resource center specializing in perfumery, cosmetics and favlors, databases on ingredients
- Computer room, Blackboard for online courses, specialized MOOCs.
- Laboratories in analytical chemistry and perfumes of the Côte d'Azur University (Grasse campus)
Assessment method
- Exams
- Oral presentation
- Practical work
- Group project presentation
- Oral internship presentation
Graduation rate : 100 % (promotion 2020)
Integration rate : 50 % (promotion 2019)
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Accessibility
As part of its Equity and Inclusion policy, and in accordance with the provisions of Law n°2005-102 of 11 February 2005 for the equal rights and opportunities, participation and citizenship of people with disabilities, ISIPCA is committed to respecting accessibility standards for people with disabilities and to proposing adapted accommodation for training courses.
Programme Brochure
Updated on November 30, 2021.