Newcastle College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
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.
Modules
• Research Methods • Roles and Responsibilities • Advanced Laser Techniques • Aesthetic Physiology • Epidermal Trauma Management • Project/Dissertation.
Assessment method
Students are taught through • Practicals • Lectures • Workshops. Students are assessed through • Reports • Assignments • Presentations • Practical assessments • Case studies.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- BN33
- Institution code:
- N23
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
HND (BTEC) - M
Students studying a Foundation Degree in Beauty Therapy or Spa Management are encouraged to apply.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Newcastle College University Centre
Rye Hill Campus
Scotswood Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 7SA