Overview

With our Dermal Sciences course from Victoria University you’ll be empowered to better the lives of others by improving skin health and healing for a range of conditions.

Studying at VU means you’ll get practical, hands-on experience in our brand new state-of-the-art Dermal Clinic at our City Campus in the heart of Melbourne. Using the latest high-quality equipment and under the guidance of expert dermal clinicians, you’ll learn how to safely and efficiently perform:

laser and light-based treatments
resurfacing procedures
lymphatic procedures
and much more.

Designed in collaboration with industry and the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians, VU’s Bachelor of Dermal Sciences is the only one of its kind in the country and will equip you with comprehensive knowledge in all areas of dermal science.

Careers

You’ll be in high demand as a qualified dermal clinician, as Australia’s population ages and cosmetic treatments continue to increase in popularity.

A Bachelor of Dermal Sciences qualifies you to work independently or collaboratively with reconstructive and aesthetic surgeons, dermatologists, skin cancer practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals and general practitioners in clinics, medical practices, advanced beauty and cosmetic settings.

You could work in:

plastic, cosmetic and dermatology medical practices

dermal therapies clinics, performing aesthetic medical treatments, such as laser, on clients

healthcare, along with allied health professionals to enhance aesthetic outcomes in areas such as cosmetic, plastic and re-constructive surgery, and in the prevention and early identification of skin cancers

the vocational-education sector as an educator conducting training for medical aesthetic companies.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Indigenous Health and Wellbeing

Dermal Sciences

Communication and Dermal Services

Anatomy and Physiology

Public Health and Wellness

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-16 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

384 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria Point, Australia

Disciplines

Public Health Medicine Health Sciences View 103 other Bachelors in Medicine in Australia

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS: 092158E

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

OR:

Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

36400 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18200 AUD per semester during 48 months.

- Commonwealth supported places (CSP) for eligible Australian citizens
- Indicative full fee for full-time domestic students: AU$9,314 per year (2025)
- Indicative fee for full-time international students: AU$19,100/semester (2026)

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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