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University of Hertfordshire: Clinical Dermatology
| Institution | University of Hertfordshire |
|---|---|
| Department | Health and Emergency Professions |
| Web | http://www.herts.ac.uk |
| ask@herts.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01707 284800 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MSc Clinical Dermatology has been developed to meet the needs of practitioners with a special interest in skin disease whilst benefiting from shared, inter-professional learning. This dermatology programme is unique in that it recruits both UK/EU and International doctors and allied health professionals to this specialist masters degree and provides a range of taught postgraduate dermatology modules. Places are limited, so early application is recommended.
The MSc Clinical Dermatology is aimed at practitioners wanting to undertake further specialist training and develop career aspirations in dermatology and skin integrity. This postgraduate course offers a structured academic programme in clinical dermatology with an emphasis on the management of chronic skin conditions but does not focus on cosmetic dermatology procedures. Aesthetic practitioners with clinical experience in dermatology who wish to increase their knowledge of chronic skin disease are welcome.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
develop methods of inquiry and skills required to research and advance dermatology practice using an in-depth current and relevant evidence base. provide knowledge and understanding to foster the further development of critical, contemporary, evidence based and patient-centred practice in dermatology develop a systematic advanced knowledge and understanding of the application of specialist dermatology to practice in the context of multi-professional and inter-professional working in the contemporary healthcare setting The programme is offered in full time (12 months) and part time modes (2-5 years), and leads to the award of MSc Clinical Dermatology, or the following interim awards Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Dermatology, Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Dermatology or any specialist dermatology module can be studied on an individual basis.
The part-time pathway is for UK & EU practitioners and is designed to be studied alongside full-time employment or international students who are studying/residing in the UK on an appropriate visa due to significant commitment to study.
The full-time pathway is reserved for either UK & EU practitioners who are not currently employed for more than 2 days per week due to a significant commitment to study or International students studying in the UK with a Tier 4 Student Visa. Modules are taught throughout the academic year. Students are required to attend all timetabled teaching sessions which are arranged into study blocks usually of 2 – 3 days duration which provides flexibility for part time students to fit study commitments into their busy professional lives. Part time students are expected to study approximately ten hours per week in order to successfully complete this programme, full time students significantly more.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A degree in a healthcare discipline (or equivalent) & have a recognised professional qualification plus The equivalent of 2 years post-qualifying experience (excluding internship) and 1 year in a substantive speciality post in dermatology and Current clinical experience of a minimum of 1 year full time or equivalent in a clinical setting with access to patients with chronic skin conditions. References will be required to confirm specialist experience. |
| Location | Main Site University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield AL10 9AB |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A degree in a healthcare discipline (or equivalent) & have a recognised professional qualification plus The equivalent of 2 years post-qualifying experience (excluding internship) and 1 year in a substantive speciality post in dermatology and Current clinical experience of a minimum of 1 year full time or equivalent in a clinical setting with access to patients with chronic skin conditions. References will be required to confirm specialist experience. |
| Location | Main Site University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield AL10 9AB |
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