MSc Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine / Entry requirements

We require a medical or dental degree (eg MBBS, BDS, LDS, MBChB) or overseas equivalent from an institution that is recognised and approved by the UK General Medical Council (GMC) or the General Dental Council (GDC). No other applicants will be considered for this course. Please note we cannot consider applicants with a homeopathic or Ayurvedic medicine degree.

You must also have been practicing in your field following graduation.

International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system.

We ask for English language proof if you are from non-majority English speaking countries (a list of majority English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Home Office, can be found here ).

Specifically, we require a minimum of:

• IELTS: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in all components
• TOEFL: 100 overall with 25 in all components

See further information about requirements for your country .

We may also accept evidence of a confirmed place on a University Pre-sessional English language course , if your current IELTS scores are:

• Minimum 6.5 overall (with 6.5 in each component) plus enrolment and attendance on the 6-week pre-sessional course (PS6).
• Minimum 6.0 overall (with 6.0 in each component) plus enrolment and attendance on the 10-week pre-sessional course (PS10).

Please note, we must approve this before you apply for the English course.

Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

You need to be able to demonstrate relevant work experience in your chosen pathway.

Accreditation of prior or experiential learning (APL or APEL) towards this course will be awarded in line with the University's AP(E)L policy (PDF, 51KB). Please refer to the policy to ensure you meet the criteria before submitting a case for consideration.

Computer requirements

You must also have access to a computer with fast and reliable internet connection. There is a minimum level of computer skills required, including the ability to:

• navigate the University's learner management systems to locate teaching and learning materials and to access and submit assessments (with initial basic training);
• work efficiently with Word (or similar) and PowerPoint software;
• use the internet to browse websites;
• navigate e-learning software.