MSc in Dermatology in Clinical Practice
Accreditation
Lerna | University of South Wales
Duration
12/24 Months
Tuition Fees
£9,920
Study Mode
Blended
Career Outcomes
Academic publication opportunities, advanced clinical credibility, and progression into leadership roles.
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Course Overview
The MSc in Dermatology in Clinical Practice equips healthcare professionals with advanced skills to diagnose, manage, and treat a wide range of dermatological conditions, while also developing research and academic expertise. Delivered online with blended learning, it combines clinical rigour with scholarly training, ensuring immediate relevance to practice and long‑term career progression.
Developed by Learna in partnership with the University of South Wales, this MSc builds upon the Postgraduate Diploma, adding advanced modules in research methodologies and a professional project. It is a recognised qualification that supports career progression into leadership, academia, and advanced dermatology practice.
Who It's For
GPs, practice nurses, specialist nurses, and pharmacists managing dermatological conditions.
Our Teaching Approach
Clinical modules in dermatology plus advanced research and project work.
Career Outcomes
Academic publication opportunities, advanced clinical credibility, and progression into leadership roles.
LEARNING PATHWAY
Course Details
The MSc is completed over two years, part‑time, through blended online learning. Year one covers the six diploma modules, while year two focuses on research and a professional project.
You will engage in tutor‑led discussions, case‑based learning, and reflective practice, ensuring knowledge translates directly into your everyday clinical work.
The Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Aesthetic Medicine is delivered through a blended academic and clinical model, combining structured theoretical learning with supervised applied practice. Assessment is evidence-based and mapped against nationally recognised qualification standards.
Module 1 - Dermatology in Clinical Practice Overview
*Language of dermatology.
*Therapeutics and drug eruptions.
*Vasculitis and cutaneous manifestations of systemic disease.
Guidance, teledermatology, and multidisciplinary team approaches.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Critically apply dermatology knowledge to patient care.
2. Evaluate dermatology literature and evidence‑based guidance.
3. Appraise management strategies for systemic disease and drug side effects.
Module 2 - Lumps, Bumps and Skin Cancer
*Benign skin lesions, melanoma, and pigmented lesions.
*Non‑melanoma skin cancer.
Basic skin surgery and cryotherapy.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyse predilection for common dermatoses.
2. Solve diagnostic challenges for skin lesions.
3. Formulate evidence‑based management plans for site‑specific dermatoses.
Module 3 - Lesions at Specific Sites
*Facial rashes, nails, scalp and hair.
Perineal, flexural, palmar, and plantar dermatoses.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe and identify dermatoses at specific sites.
2. Institute appropriate management strategies for regional conditions.
Module 4 - Inflammatory Dermatoses
*Differential diagnosis of inflammatory dermatoses.
*Atopic eczema, contact dermatitis, psoriasis.
Urticaria and bullous eruptions.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Appraise evidence for inflammatory skin conditions.
2. Solve diagnostic challenges for inflammatory dermatoses.
3 Formulate evidence‑based management plans for common inflammatory dermatoses.
Module 5 - Skin Infections
*Differential diagnosis of skin infections.
*Cellulitis, ulceration, infestations, tropical dermatoses.
Infection related to systemic illness and photodermatoses.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Appraise evidence for skin infections and infestations.
2. Diagnose, refer, and manage infections and photodermatoses.
3. Apply ethical decision‑making in complex dermatological cases.
Module 6 - Dermatology in Specific Populations
*Infant skin, acne, and adolescent conditions.
*Pigmented skin and elderly skin.
Anti‑ageing and cosmetic treatments.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Critically evaluate dermatology in specific populations.
2. Apply evidence‑based management strategies for age‑related and population‑specific conditions.
3. Incorporate ethical and clinical knowledge into complex scenarios.
Module 7 - Research Methodologies and Critical Appraisal
*Epidemiology and research terminology.
*Statistical tests and applications.
*Evidence‑based practice and health economics.
Qualitative research methods.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyse and interpret research in dermatology.
2. Understand clinical implications of research for healthcare delivery.
Module 8 - Professional Project
*Independent research project relevant to clinical practice.
*Literature review, audit, or case‑based analysis.
Development of skills for scientific publication.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Design and undertake research suitable for peer‑reviewed publication.
2. Critically evaluate practice and suggest improvements.
3. Incorporate knowledge of the research process in developing services.
ELIGIBILITY
Who Should Enrol?
Doctors
Nurses & Midwives
Dentists
Allied Health Professionals
Career Changer
Doctors
Physician Associates
Dentists
Dental Nurses
Dental Hygienists
& Therapists
Nurses &
Midwives
Nursing Associates
Allied Health Professionals
Basic Aesthetic Knowledge
Beauticians
Career Changer
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Entry Requirements & Prerequisites
Registered healthcare professional (GMC, NMC, GPhC, HCPC).
Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.
Evidence of clinical exposure to dermatology.
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent if English is not first language.
Completion of Postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology in Clinical Practice.
Basic IT skills (word processing, email, internet).
What You Receive on Completion
Assessment & Degree Certificate
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Faqs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Aesthetic Medicine is delivered through a blended academic and clinical model, combining structured theoretical learning with supervised applied practice. Assessment is evidence-based and mapped against nationally recognised qualification standards.
Is the MSc internationally recognised?
Yes, it is accredited by the University of Buckingham and recognised worldwide.
Can I publish research through this course?
Yes, the professional project is designed to support publication in peer‑reviewed journals.
What support will I receive?
Dedicated tutor guidance, peer discussions, and Learna’s student support team throughout the programme.
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