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Doctor of Clinical Dentistry

Campus Teaching Hospitals

Degree Type Doctorate by Coursework

Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code N/A

2012
ATAR
TBC

  • Program Outline

    The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry has ongoing accreditation by the Australian Dental Council and is recognised as the postgraduate qualification associated with specialist dental training at the University. It is a combined clinical training and research program normally taken over three years (minimum three years; maximum four years).

    This doctoral degree program is designed to provide candidates with advanced training in their chosen specialty, underpinned by an understanding of applied sciences, critical thought and analysis, interpersonal skills and self development. A major focus of the program is to have students gain an appreciation of the research literature in their clinical field, ethics and research methodology. Students engage in evidence-based practise, clinical research and conduct a major research project.

    For further information please contact the School of Dentistry +61 8313 4204 or dental.graduate@adelaide.edu.au.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant?

    Annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $34,000
    Mid-year entry? No
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only.

     

    Students must have:

    (a) a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (5 year program) or equivalent; AND

    (b) at least two years of general practice AND

    (c) 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).

    Students must also register with the Dental Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). All costs associated are the responsibility of the student.

    Additional Entry Requirements

    Please note that applications for entry to the Doctor in Clinical Dentistry in the following specialisation areas Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Endodontics close on 30 April in the year prior to enrolment.

    Applications for entry to the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in the following specialisation areas Oral Pathology and Special Needs Dentistry close on 31 October in the year prior to enrolment.

    Late applications are not accepted.

    How to Apply

    Applicants must download and complete an Application form found on the School of Dentistry website. A separate document with general information concerning the process can also be found through the School website.

    All local applicants must include the following documentation:

    * Undergraduate academic record (copy of the official transcript);

    * Postgraduate academic record (copy of the official transcript);

    * Evidence of current Registration and any professional qualifications or registration to sit professional examinations (such as examinations of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons);

    * Statement of purpose (500 word typed statement of the reasons for applying for the program, research experience and relevant dental experience;

    * Names and contact details of two (2) referees (if both of the referees are also prospective supervisors then please provide the contact details of a third referee);

    * Any special circumstances to be considered.

    For further information, please contact dental.graduate@adelaide.edu.au.

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant?

    IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $43,000
    Mid-year entry? No
    CRICOS 077966J
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6.5
    6
    6
    6
    6
    Additional Entry Requirements

    Please note that this page contains 2014 program, application and admission information.

    Students must:

    (a) Bachelor of Dental Surgery (5 year program) or equivalent;
    AND
    (b) at least two years of general practice
    AND
    (c) 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)

    Students must also register with the Dental Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). All costs associated are the responsibility of the student.

    Please note that applications for entry to the Doctor in Clinical Dentistry in the following specialisation areas Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Endodontics close on 30 April in the year prior to enrolment.

    Applications for entry to the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in the following specialisation areas Oral Pathology and Special Needs Dentistry close on 31 October in the year prior to enrolment.

    Late applications are not accepted.

    How to Apply

    International applicants need to apply through the Coursework Application form found on the International Office website.

    All international applicants should include the following with their application:

    • Undergraduate academic record (copy of the official transcript)
    • Postgraduate academic record (copy of the official transcript)
    • Evidence of any professional qualifications or registration to sit professional examinations (such as examinations of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons)
    • Statement of purpose (500 word typed statement of the reasons for applying for the program, research experience and relevant dental experience
    • Two (2) Referee reports using the standard University form
    • Any special circumstances to be considered
    • Written evidence of your current status in relation to Prescribed Communicable Infections.
      This evidence must be in the form of results supplied through a recognised medical provider of a blood test taken not more than one calendar month previously and must specify Hepatitis B antigen and antibody, Hepatitis C antibody, and HIV/AIDS antibody. Applicants who do not present this evidence will not be considered further. A full copy of the University's policy on prescribed communicable infections is available.
    • For international applicants only, an IELTS score of 6.5 (please contact the International Admissions Office for clarification) OR a TOEFL score of at least 575 including a TWE of 4.5 or better (paper based) or 230 including an Essay Rating of 4.5 or better (computer based).

    Please do not send original documents. All photocopies should be certified, A4 size and single sided.

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    Annual tuition fees International student place: $43,000
    Mid-year entry? No
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry only
  • Areas of Specialisation

    There are 7 areas of specialist training offered by the School of Dentistry. Specialist training areas include:

    • Endodontics
    • Oral Pathology
    • Orthodontics
    • Paediatric Dentistry
    • Periodontics
    • Prosthodontics
    • Special Needs Dentistry
  • Graduate Attributes
  • Work Placement

    Throughout the program, students will work in the clinical area as members of a health care team. Clinical placements may be undertaken at a range of public and private health care settings.

    In preparation for clinical placements, students are required to have the appropriate level of immunisation as described under the Prescribed Communicable Infections (PCI), tuberculosis (TB) screening and criminal history checks (CHC). Students without valid immunisation history, PCI, TB screening notifications and CHC will not be allowed to attend placement.

    Placements are compulsory for successful completion of the program. All costs associated are the responsibility of the student.

    To find out more, visit the Faculty of Health Sciences website.

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  • Further Information

    Heads of Specialist Areas

    Contact the relevant head of specialist areas below to discuss possible research projects and clinical training prior to lodging an application.


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