MS Skin Biology and Dermatological Sciences (Online) at University of Miami

Programme overview

The online MS prepares students for careers and leadership in skin science and industry. The curriculum covers basic science, laboratory research techniques, management skills, grant and regulatory issues, enterprise issues and clinical problems.

Faculty: Miller School of Medicine | Department: Dermatology | Duration: 30-33 credit hours | Study mode: online | Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

What you will study

Core DER courses in cutaneous biology and dermatological sciences, Advances in Dermatology and Frontiers in Sciences seminars; DER 600 may be waived. Sample plan totals 33 credits over Fall, Spring, Summer I and II.

Career pathways

Potential employers listed: healthcare providers, policy makers, research labs, academic practices and makers of skin and skincare products including devices, drugs and cosmeceuticals.

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Application information

Entry requirements

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution must be conferred before the intended start date. 2. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above is required for candidates with bachelor’s or Master’s degrees. GPA is not required for candidates with MD or PhD degree. 3. A GRE general test or MCAT score is recommended but not required. 4. English proficiency requirement: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL ) score of 80 for the internet based test (iBT), or 550 for the paper based test (PBT); or 6.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System); or 125 on the Duolingo English Test is required for those candidates who graduated from foreign institutes. 5. A personal statement, including past experience and future career goals, is required as part of the application. 6. Three to five letters of recommendation from research or clinical mentors or teachers.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Most on-campus graduate programmes apply through the Graduate School online application; the application fee is $85 for Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Communication, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Miller School of Medicine and Rosenstiel School programmes, and $100 for Miami Herbert Business School and Frost School of Music programmes. Nursing applies through NursingCAS; Law, MD, Physical Therapy and Public Health Sciences use their own application portals.

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