Overview

You will gain advanced practical training in laboratory sciences relevant to skin disease, and enhance your skills and knowledge of the scientific basis of clinical dermatology. The Clinical Dermatology MSc at King's College London also includes a critical evaluation of dermatological literature on a specialist subject.

Key benefits

Located within the St John's Institute of Dermatology, a specialised clinical, teaching and research institute located within Guy's and St Thomas' hospitals.

The course includes teaching in a diverse range of clinical and Dermatopathology sessions.

Internationally renowned clinicians and academics providing an unparalleled inter-professional learning experience in a multi-faculty environment.

You will attend weekly and monthly clinical seminars in St Thomas’ and Guys hospitals as well as participating in a variety of short courses and conferences.

Career prospects

Some of our graduates have pursued further higher qualifications such as Foundation Programmes and Specialist Training in Dermatology in the UK. Previous graduates have pursued further training in dermatology and found employment in as dermatology consultants in the UK and overseas.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Theoretical Dermatology

Clinical Dermatology

Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-25 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

A medical qualification from a recognised university and current clinical experience of either 6–12 months in dermatology or 3–4 years practising medicine at post-registration level.

Please include two professional references dated within 6 months of the application that specifies the duration of your employment and role within the hospital/private clinic.

A personal statement of up to 4,000 characters (maximum 2 pages) is required.

A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained.

Please include two professional references dated within 6 months of the application that specifies the duration of your employment and role within the hospital/private clinic.

Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

47700 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

16950 GBP / year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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