03 Feb 2027 (Available)
Apply by: 27 Jan 2027
Semester B
All teaching is face to face at the University of Hertfordshire, College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Herts, AL10 9AB.
03 Feb 2027 (On Campus), 04 Feb 2027 (On Campus), 05 Feb 2027 (On Campus), 18 Mar 2027 (On Campus), 19 Mar 2027 (On Campus)
Course overview
This module aims to enable students to develop a critical and systematic understanding of disease causation, risk factors and clinical presentation of commonly occurring skin conditions. Specifically it enables health professionals with an interest in dermatology to develop their understanding and knowledge of the epidemiology, aetiology and pathophysiology of commonly occurring long term skin conditions. It is suitable for health care professionals who want to learn about disease causation along with associated risk factors and co-morbidities.
Acne, eczema and psoriasis are the key clinical conditions that will be considered but taught elements of the course will cover a range of common skin conditions including nail and hair disorders, vitiligo and urticaria.
For each common long-term skin condition the following topics will be covered:
- Epidemiology including prevalence and incidence
- Genetic influences in long term skin conditions
- Aetiology
- Pathophysiology
Students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the clinical significance of disease pathology. In addition, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the impact that skin disease has on individuals
Students registering on this module will be expected to be familiar with the principles of dermatology treatments.
Dates: 5 days (09.00 – 17.00)
February 3rd, 4th, 5th
March 18th, 19th 2026.
Venue:
All teaching is face to face at the University of Hertfordshire, College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Herts, AL10 9AB.
Study Route:
This module is available on the MSc Clinical Dermatology & the MSc Skin Lesion Management. It is suitable for practitioners with an interest in dermatological conditions & will be of interest to FY1-2, GPs, Dermatology Nurses, Advanced Care Practitioners, hospital and retail Pharmacists who want to learn about skin disease causation along with associated risk factors and co-morbidities.
Assessment:
Students will write an essay on a topic related to the pathophysiology of a common long term skin condition. In addition they will write a personalised patient information leaflet about a different long term skin condition
Further details:
Rebecca Penzer-Hick (Module Leader) r.penzer-hick@herts.ac.uk
This module can contribute to the following programme(s)
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Funding
£1,890.00
The price quoted above is for a 30 credit module in the 2026/27 academic year and applies to students who are assessed as Home fee payers ONLY. Fees will differ for students assessed as Overseas fee payers. Fee assessment decisions follow UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs) guidance, which is based on UK law and government regulations. Further information on who will pay Home or Overseas tuition fees can be found here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees
Once confirmed, a student’s fee status will normally remain the same for the duration of their course. However, information regarding fee reassessment is available here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees#FeeReassessment
Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Student Loan. Please note that to access this funding, you must enrol on the full MSc programme; funding is not available for individual modules or interim awards (for example, a Postgraduate Diploma). Further information is available at: https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan
Further details, including tuition fee amounts, fee policy and payment deadlines, can be found here : https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/fees-and-finance-policy-documents
If you require further information or have any questions regarding fees, please contact: cpdhealth@herts.ac.uk
Why choose HERTS?
Excellent sector connections: we have extensive links with eight NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in Hertfordshire.
Links with over 98 NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in East Anglia and London regions.
Flexibility: we provide flexible study options to ensure you can fit CPD study around your busy professional and personal lives.
Location: the main University of Hertfordshire campus is 25 minutes from London with easy access by both road and rail services.
Course details
Course leader
Rebecca Penzer-Hick <r.penzer-hick@herts.ac.uk>
Administrator
Niamh Sexton
Telephone
01707 284800
Course delivery
Face to Face College Lane Campus
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