Cosmetic and Aesthetic Medicine - PGDip at University of South Wales

Programme overview

A fully online part-time postgraduate diploma of six modules (120 credits) developed to promote professional knowledge underpinning practice in cosmetic medicine, covering procedures such as botulinum toxin injections, dermal fillers and laser treatment. Validated by USW and delivered with Learna.

Duration: 1 year part-time (online) | Intake: March 2027 | Study mode: online | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six 20-credit modules of six weeks each: Anatomy, Physiology and Professional Issues; Toxin Treatments; Dermal Fillers; Skin Treatments in Cosmetic Medicine; Hair Disorders; and Other Aesthetic Approaches. Each module is assessed by academic forum (40%), reflective journal (10%), group/individual activity (20%) and case-based examination (30%).

Career pathways

Aesthetic practitioner.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants typically hold a first degree or equivalent, including international qualifications, in a relevant professional healthcare field such as medicine or nursing. Registered healthcare professionals without these qualifications are considered individually and may be asked to submit a piece of work. Required documents: updated CV, degree certificate, one referee's name and email, detailed personal statement and proof of English competency.

Intake: March 2027

Duration: 1 year part-time (online)

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