BS Dermatological Sciences
Objectives
By the end of the BS Dermatological Sciences program, graduating health care professionals will be able to:
1. Work as team members in pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry in production, quality assurance, marketing and research of skin care products
2. Guide clients regarding skin care and perform noninvasive cosmetics procedures independently
3. Work with Dermatologists as part of a skin care team, in primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare settings, assisting in management of Dermatologic diseases and invasive procedures
4. Pursuit an academic career in allied health sciences undergraduate programs
5. Contribute in promoting a research culture by conducting and publishing good quality research
Role and Scope
1. Cosmetic scientist
2. Cosmetologist/ Skin care practitioner
3. Dermatology associate
4. Teacher
5. Researcher
semesters and courses
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Duration
4 years program + 1 year clinical practice
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Eligibility
FSc Pre Medical with minimum 50% marks or equivalent
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credit hours
required175
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Fee Rs
1,225,000
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-111 | Functional English-I | 3(3-0) |
| IS-112 | Islamic Studies | 2(2-0) |
| IT-113 | Introduction to Computing | 3(2-1) |
| PHY-112 | Physiology-I (General concepts) | 3(2-1) |
| ANA-114 | Anatomy-I (General concepts) | 3(2-1) |
| BIO-101 | Biochemistry-I | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 17(13-4) |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-121 | Functional English-II | 3(3-0) |
| PS-121 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2-0) |
| IT-122 | Computer Applications-II | 3(2-1) |
| DS-127 | Structure & Function of Skin | 3(2-1) |
| CHEM-228 | Organic Chemistry (Basics) | 3(3-0) |
| PATH -211 | Pathology I (General and Microbiology) | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 17(15-2) |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-224 | English-III (Technical Writing & Presentation Skills) | 3(3-0) |
| PHA- 301 | Pharmacology | 3(2-1) |
| CHEM-217 | Organic Chemistry (Advanced) | 3(2-1) |
| CM-223 | Community Dermatology | 3(2-1) |
| DERMA -226 | Principles of Nutrition and Health | 3(3-0) |
| HE-427 | Health Education | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18(15-3) |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PATH-221 | Pathology-II (Pathophysiology of Skin Diseases) | 3(2-1) |
| RM-214 | Research Methodology I | 3(2-1) |
| DERMA-314 | Therapeutics | 3(3-0) |
| DERMA-416 | Infections and Infestations | 3(2-1) |
| CS-124 | Cosmetics Sciences-I | 3(3-0) |
| BS-227 | Behavioral Sciences | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18(15-3) |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS-213 | Regulation/Legislation of Cosmetic Products | 3(3-0) |
| RM-224 | Research Methodology-II | 3(1-2) |
| DERMA-311 | Adverse Effects of Cosmetics and Drugs | 3(3-0) |
| DERMA-312 | Inflammatory Skin Diseases | 3(3-0) |
| PC-319 | Patient Care | 3(2-1) |
| CS-212 | Cosmetic Sciences-II (Manufacturing Cosmetic Formulations, Labeling and Packaging) | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 18(14-4) |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DERMA-321 | Dermatology and Internal Medicine-I | 3(3-0) |
| SC-323 | Skin Care in all Ages | 3(3-0) |
| STAT-324 | Biostatistics | 3(3-0) |
| DERMA-414 | Photobiology and Phototherapy | 3(2-1) |
| DERMA-325 | Hair, Nails and Mucosal Disorders | 3(3-0) |
| CS-222 | Cosmetic sciences-III (Dispensing of Manufactured Formulations) | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 18(17-2) |
Semester 7
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DS-411 | Disorders of Pigmentation | 3(2-1) |
| DS-412 | Sexually Transmitted Infections | 3(2-1) |
| MS-417 | Entrepreneurship | 3(3-0) |
| DERMA-418 | Teledermatology & Clinical Photography | 3(1-2) |
| MP-419 | Medical Physics | 3(3-0) |
| CS-413 | Cosmetic Sciences-IV (Chemical Analysis and Stability) | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 18(13-5) |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COS-421 | LASERS in Aesthetics | 3(2-1) |
| CP-422 | Cosmetic Procedures I | 3(2-1) |
| SC-423 | Supervised skin care practice-I | 3(1-2) |
| DS-425 | Psychosocial Impact of Skin Disease and Health Economics | 3(3-0) |
| MS-426 | Marketing Management | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18(14-4) |
Semester 9
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DS-511 | Perfumery | 3(2-1) |
| DS-512 | Seminar-I | 2(2-0) |
| SC-513 | Supervised Skincare Practice II | 3(1-2) |
| RP-514 | Research Project | 3(2-1) |
| CP-515 | Cosmetic Procedures II | 4(2-2) |
| Credit Hours | 17(7-10) |
Semester 10
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DS-521 | Seminar-II | 2(0-2) |
| DERMA-522 | Internship | 6(0-6) |
| SC-523 | Supervised Skincare Pactice III | 3(1-2) |
| CP-524 | Cosmetic Procedures III | 3(2-1) |
| PR-525 | Project Report | 2(0-2) |
| Credit Hours | 16(3-13) | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 175 |