Practical Dermatology - MSc
Cardiff University
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The MSc in Practical Dermatology is for practising General Practitioners or other practising doctors who regularly deal with patients with dermatological problems, and who have obtained the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in Practical Dermatology. This 12-month, part-time distance learning course aims to enable doctors to successfully manage dermatological problems in patients presenting to their surgeries, by further developing the skills obtained in the PgDip.

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Its a great university to be in. They welcome you nicely. All the facilities and the quality of education is just brilliant. I love it here...Read more

Entry requirements

A copy of your Cardiff University Postgraduate Diploma in Practical Dermatology programme or the QMUL Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dermatology certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a minimum award of Merit (60% or above) completed not more than five years prior to the year you are intending to start the MSc. A personal statement which confirms that you are currently working and actively managing patients, with part of your clinical practice involving the care of patients with skin problems. This is required in order to complete the case studies in the dissertation. Evidence that you hold continuing professional registration with a relevant medical body prior to and for the full duration of the programme.

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£5,725 per year

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£9,450 per year

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Its a great university to be in. They welcome you nicely. All the facilities and the quality of education is just brilliant. I love it here....
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Cardiff University
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