Doctor of Clinical Dentistry 36 months Postgraduate Program By Adelaide University |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

78,100 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

DentistryMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is a combined clinical training and research program. In three years of full-time study, you’ll gain expert clinical and research skills in your specific specialist discipline.

You'll choose from the following five areas of specialisation: 

  • Endodontics
  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthodontics
  • Special Needs Dentistry. 
Experience cutting-edge dental technologies in the Adelaide Dental Hospital while also completing clinical placements at public healthcare facilities. Cultivate academic research skills through the presentation of a research dissertation and foster a deep understanding of the intricate relationships between oral health and wellbeing. Contribute significantly to the field of oral health with Adelaide University. Transform from a competent general practitioner into a specialised dental clinician.

Program overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is a combined clinical training and research program. In three years of full-time study, you’ll gain expert clinical and research skills in your specific specialist discipline.

You'll choose from the following five areas of specialisation: 

  • Endodontics
  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthodontics
  • Special Needs Dentistry. 
Experience cutting-edge dental technologies in the Adelaide Dental Hospital while also completing clinical placements at public healthcare facilities. Cultivate academic research skills through the presentation of a research dissertation and foster a deep understanding of the intricate relationships between oral health and wellbeing. Contribute significantly to the field of oral health with Adelaide University. Transform from a competent general practitioner into a specialised dental clinician.

Admission Requirements

7+
185+
65+
94+

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent or higher.

Applicants must have:

  • At least two years of general practice AND an Honours (research training) degree; OR
  • Successful completion of the Primary Examinations of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons; OR
  • Successful completion of the Primary Examinations of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons (UK).
All applicants must:

  • Complete application form;
  • Provide a short description of research interests and aptitudes;
  • Provide evidence of professional qualifications;
  • Provide details of employment history;
  • Provide 2 professional referees;
  • Provide a full CV including work history and publications.
Students applying for the following specialisations must complete an interview: Periodontics, Endodontics, Special Needs and Prosthodontic.

Students applying for the specialisation in Orthodontics must complete a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI, in person) and manual dexterity assessments.

3 Years
Feb

Tuition fees

Domestic
57,500 AUD
International
78,100 AUD

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