Overview
The Fundamentals of Skin Cancer Diagnostics course offered by the University of Queensland will help you learn how to diagnose skin cancer. Starting with the basics, you’ll have an opportunity to progress to an advanced level over one semester.
What you'll learn
- Understand skin evolution, embryology, micro-anatomy, histology and physiology.
- Learn the pathology of skin and skin malignancies.
- Understand the principles of effective skin cancer history-taking and clinical examination.
- Learn to correlate dermatoscopy and dermatopathology and how they integrate with clinical practice.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- History, Embryology, Evolution, Vitamin D, Microanatomy, Melanin/Melanocytes
- Clinical examination, dermatoscopy; Algorithms; Language of dermatoscopy
- Dermatoscopic decision algorithm for pigmented skin lesions; Chaos and Clues
- Dermatoscopic decision algorithm for non-pigmented skin lesions; Prediction without Pigment
- Dermatopathology
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
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Delivered
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Brisbane, Australia
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS CODE: 00025B
This course is suitable for anyone who is:
- working in skin cancer diagnostics or has a sound foundation of clinical knowledge and skills
- working in other professions, such as hairdressing and the beauty industry.
To be eligible for entry to most UQ programs, you need to meet our minimum English language requirements (overall IELTS of 6.5 and 6.0 in all sub-bands or equivalent).
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1760 AUD / full≈ 1760 AUD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1760 AUD / full≈ 1760 AUD / full