Overview

Key facts

The Master of Science in Skin Biology and Dermatological Sciences program at University of Miami is unique in its depth and breadth because it covers basic science research and laboratory techniques. In addition, the program considers a variety of additional skills to help you succeed in your career—including management skills, grant writing, regulatory issues, enterprise formation issues, and clinical problems.

Skin biology includes many biological processes: development, perpetual differentiation and barrier maintenance, stem cell biology, tissue repair, and regeneration, native and adapted immunity and genetic disorders just to name a few. The areas represented in our research base include skin aging, barrier, biochemistry, cell and stem cell biology, genomics, inflammation, immunology, microbiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology, as well as clinical research including areas of a variety of skin disorders, aging, aesthetics, cancer, itching and wounds as clinical touch-points.

Mission

Our mission is to foster future generations of skin scientists, physician scientists and industrial leaders in skin sciences, skin care as well as skin related drug and device development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dermatology

Skin Anatomy and History

Skin Biology and Pathophysiology

Microbiology of the Skin

Immunology of the Skin

Dermato-epidemiology

Dermatopharmacology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the following deadlines.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miami, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution must be conferred before the intended start date.

Excellent academic record (minimum overall cumulative GPA = 3.0)

Competitive GRE or MCAT exam scores (Waived for MD or PhD degree holders)

Strong letters of recommendation from university academic advisors, professors and scientists who know the candidate well

Motivation to pursue a state-of-the-art skin science education

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

63456 USD / year

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Out-of-State

63456 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

63456 USD / year

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Living costs

Miami

United States

1508 - 2603 USD / month

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

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Funding

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