MSc Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Develop the knowledge required to provide a deep understanding of evidence-based practice in aesthetic medicine. This course is aimed at qualified medical and dental practitioners who want to gain a deep understanding of the evidence base of cosmetic medicine. Learn from leading experts in aesthetic research, regulation and clinical practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: MSc 3 Years PT, PGDip 2 years PT, PGCert 1 Year PT | Study mode: part-time (distance learning) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our MSc consists of nine units over three years. Completing the first eight units leads to a PGDip in Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine, with a focus on the more clinical aspects of the field. Compulsory units include Ethics in Aesthetic Practice and Research, Personal and Professional Portfolio 2, Personal and Professional Portfolio 1, Fundamentals of Skin Ageing, Injectables in Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation.

Career pathways

With the announcement that the UK government intends to introduce a licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures, it is likely all aesthetic practitioners in the UK will need to provide evidence of their training credentials. Our course not only aligns with the Health Education England training framework for non-surgical cosmetic interventions, but also goes beyond this.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a medical or dental degree (for example 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. Experience: You need to be able to demonstrate relevant work experience in your chosen pathway. English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall with 7.0 inall components. Interview: We do not normally interview applicants, but reserve the right to do so in certain circumstances.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,400 a year (2026/27). 2027 entry fees not yet set; 2026 entry fee shown for reference; PGCert (part-time distance learning) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,100 a year (2026/27). 2027 entry fees not yet set; 2026 entry fee shown for reference; PGCert (part-time distance learning) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: MSc 3 Years PT, PGDip 2 years PT, PGCert 1 Year PT

Apply through the official page: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/apply/

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