Advanced Skin Techniques (Top-up)

This Advanced Skin Techniques degree is the only one of its kind in the North East and will allow you to build on knowledge gained from Foundation Degree level study. Developed with industry contacts such as Sk:n and Clinic 32, you will learn advanced skin techniques and consider new forms of laser treatment. You will also gain advanced knowledge in laser tattoo removal, medium strength chemical peels and trauma management. This degree is ideal if you wish to work within a clinical setting alongside surgical professionals. There is an emphasis on research as well as theoretical and practical study and you will complete a dissertation on a topic of your choice. You will use industry standard products to perform advanced skin techniques and treatments similar to those performed in a professional clinical setting, giving you valuable work experience. You will be taught by industry experienced course tutors and benefit from insight from local employers including Sk:n, Transform, Silverlink Clinics, NC Clinics and Clinic 32. Once you complete your degree you may decide to study for a Masters degree or PGCE if you wish to go into teaching. You may also decide to set up your own business or seek employment as an aesthetician.

• Research Methods • Roles and Responsibilities • Advanced Laser Techniques • Aesthetic Physiology • Epidermal Trauma Management • Project/Dissertation.

Students are taught through • Practicals • Lectures • Workshops. Students are assessed through • Reports • Assignments • Presentations • Practical assessments • Case studies.