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MSc Dermatology in Clinical Practice

MSc Dermatology in Clinical Practice

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Course Code: MSCONC-USW-12

Duration: 24 months / 12 months

Fees: GBP £9500.00 / GBP £4500.00 / GBP £4500.00

Mode: Distance learning

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MSc Dermatology in Clinical Practice

The one year MSc in Dermatology in Clinical Practice is available to those who have successfully completed the Dermatology in Clinical Practice Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits). For those who have not completed the postgraduate diploma, you can apply for the Dermatology in Clinical Practice MSc as a two year course, consisting of eight modules (180 credits). The Dermatology in Clinical Practice MSc starts with an initial 12 week online module that will develop skills in critical appraisal and knowledge of research methodologies. Students then complete the professional project module, which consists of a 1,500 word proposal and 10,500 word professional project (dissertation). On completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate: ~An applied understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in an appropriate clinical setting. ~In Depth knowledge and understanding of the discipline informed by current scholarship and research. ~Advanced level critical skills designed to deal with complex problems.

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The programme is available in two duration modes: 24 months 12 months


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Mandatory Units

Course Structure Module 1 - Research Methodologies and Critical Appraisal Module Aims To help students recognise, understand, interpret and apply methods used in healthcare research and critically appraise the various methodologies specific to dermatology research. Module Content Terminology used in epidemiology and research studies such as prevalence, incidence, sensitivity, specificity, false positive and false negatives. Interpreting graphical representation of epidemiological and statistical data such as Kaplan-Meier Curves, Forrest Plots and meta-analyses. Calculations used in the assessment of research data such as relative risk, absolute risk, number needed to treat. Statistical tests and their applications including t-Tests, ANOVA, Chi-Square. Qualitative research methods. Fundamentals of evidence based practice and its application into the clinical setting. Principles of health economics, audit and quality improvement / assurance systems. Establishing patient registers and the value of disease specific registers. Research into educational principles for both health care practitioner and patient. Understanding what may work for the patient as well as the educator. Learning Outcomes An ability to interpret research in dermatology. Display a critical understanding of the clinical implications of research and its impact upon healthcare delivery and service development. Module 2 - Professional Project Module Aims This module is designed to enable students to study a clinically related issue in greater depth relating to dermatology. In particular the student will: Module Content The professional project must be dermatology-related and relevant to the person's practice. This project may comprise: Literature review and appraisal of the evidence. Audit of practice including organisational or clinical. Review and implementation of evidence-based practice. Qualitative or quantitative research (formal research involving human subjects is not anticipated). Case(s)-based and quality of service review with critical appraisal. Case report, review of literature and organisational assessment. Learning Outcomes Produce an extensive piece of literature which may be suitable for peer-reviewed publication. Demonstrate an ability to recognise and implement good practice. Critically evaluate practice and suggest improvements or change. Incorporate knowledge of the research process in developing services appropriately.

Optional Units

Module 1 - Dermatology in Clinical Practice Overview Module 2 - Lumps, bumps and skin cancer Module 3 - Lesions at specific sites Module 4 - Inflammatory Dermatoses Module 5 - Skin Infections Module 6 - Dermatology in Specific Populations

Course Content


Mandatory Units

Course Structure Module 1 - Research Methodologies and Critical Appraisal Module Aims To help students recognise, understand, interpret and apply methods used in healthcare research and critically appraise the various methodologies specific to dermatology research. Module Content Terminology used in epidemiology and research studies such as prevalence, incidence, sensitivity, specificity, false positive and false negatives. Interpreting graphical representation of epidemiological and statistical data such as Kaplan-Meier Curves, Forrest Plots and meta-analyses. Calculations used in the assessment of research data such as relative risk, absolute risk, number needed to treat. Statistical tests and their applications including t-Tests, ANOVA, Chi-Square. Qualitative research methods. Fundamentals of evidence based practice and its application into the clinical setting. Principles of health economics, audit and quality improvement / assurance systems. Establishing patient registers and the value of disease specific registers. Research into educational principles for both health care practitioner and patient. Understanding what may work for the patient as well as the educator. Learning Outcomes An ability to interpret research in dermatology. Display a critical understanding of the clinical implications of research and its impact upon healthcare delivery and service development. Module 2 - Professional Project Module Aims This module is designed to enable students to study a clinically related issue in greater depth relating to dermatology. In particular the student will: Module Content The professional project must be dermatology-related and relevant to the person's practice. This project may comprise: Literature review and appraisal of the evidence. Audit of practice including organisational or clinical. Review and implementation of evidence-based practice. Qualitative or quantitative research (formal research involving human subjects is not anticipated). Case(s)-based and quality of service review with critical appraisal. Case report, review of literature and organisational assessment. Learning Outcomes Produce an extensive piece of literature which may be suitable for peer-reviewed publication. Demonstrate an ability to recognise and implement good practice. Critically evaluate practice and suggest improvements or change. Incorporate knowledge of the research process in developing services appropriately.

Optional Units

Module 1 - Dermatology in Clinical Practice Overview Module 2 - Lumps, bumps and skin cancer Module 3 - Lesions at specific sites Module 4 - Inflammatory Dermatoses Module 5 - Skin Infections Module 6 - Dermatology in Specific Populations





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The one year MSc in Dermatology in Clinical Practice is available to those who have successfully completed the Dermatology in Clinical Practice Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits). For those who have not completed the postgraduate diploma, you can apply for the Dermatology in Clinical Practice MSc as a two year course, consisting of eight modules (180 credits).

The one year MSc in Dermatology in Clinical Practice is available to those who have successfully completed the Dermatology in Clinical Practice Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits).




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