Dentistry and Oral Health
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry - Teaching Hospitals
- Domestic
- International
About Degree
What’s your speciality?
APSB Dental School is ranked 1st in Australia and number 25 in the world*. Our leading-edge expertise gives our graduates a competitive edge in a flexible and rewarding profession.
This 3-year degree provides specialist dental education through clinical training and research.
What will you do?
Our Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is a professional postgraduate training program, not a PhD. You will:
- undertake clinical placements in metropolitan, rural, public and private health care settings
- conduct evidence-based research
- propose, present and submit a dissertation
- advance your knowledge and technical skills in a specialisation of your choice.
We offer the following specialist training areas:
- Endodontics
- Orthodontics
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics (applications open throughout the year)
- Special Needs Dentistry.
Please note that the closing date for applications is the 30 April in the year prior to when study commences.
Where could it take you?
You’ll graduate ready to change lives on your chosen dentistry path. You’ll be eligible for specialty registration in Australia provided you’ve fulfilled all the qualifications and strict conditions outlined by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Note: Before applying, make sure this degree allows you to register in the country where you intend to work.
*QS World University Rankings 2022
Note:
This degree is only available in blended mode and on-campus attendance is required. if you are a continuing student in the degree and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program advice.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
- Endodontics (applications close 30 April 2022)
- Orthodontics (applications close 30 April 2022)
- Periodontics (applications close 30 April 2022)
- Prosthodontics (applications open throughout the year)
- Special Needs Dentistry. (applications close 30 April 2022).
Domestic applicants
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
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| Intake | February |
| Additional Entry Requirements | Inherent requirements http://health.APSB.edu.au/current-students/clinical-placements/ All applicants must: * complete application form and provide direct to the School of Dentistry; * 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 in person via phone or skype: 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. Strict quotas apply. Applicant closing dates: |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent or higher. Applicants who hold a relevant Honours or Master's degree or equivalent will also be considered. 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). |
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Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | N/A | N/A |
| All students | 7 | 100.0% |
- Submit an application via the International portal. Information on how to apply can be found at https://international.APSB.edu.au/admissions/how-to-apply
- Complete the application form at;https://health.APSB.edu.au/admissions/dclindent/application.html attaching the following for assessment:
- A short description of research interests and aptitudes.
- Evidence of professional qualifications.
- Details of employment history.
- 2 professional referees.
- Full CV including work history and publications.
- Students applying for the following specialisations must complete an interview in person via phone or skype: Periodontics, Oral Pathology, Endodontics, Special Needs and Prosthodontic.
- 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).
International applicants
| CRICOS | 088341G |
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| Intake | February |
| Additional Entry Requirements | All applicants must: Application closing dates: Please note that applications for the following specialisations will close on 30 April 2022: - Endodontics - Periodontics - Special Needs Dentistry - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - Prosthodontics - Orthodontics Please note that application closing dates are 30 April for the year prior to when study commences. *Inherent requirements - Please referhttps://health.APSB.edu.au/study-with-us/student-support/clinical-placements |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
| Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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| Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements | ||||||||||||
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
| Tertiary Qualifications | Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent or higher. Applicants who hold a relevant Honours or Master's degree or equivalent will also be considered. Applicants must have: | |
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How to Apply
Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | N/A | N/A |
| All students | 7 | 100.0% |
Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees | Australian Full-fee place: $52,000 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
International applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) | International student place: $65,500 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
More information on International Student tuition fees.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of APSB Graduate Attributes.
- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Industry Placement
Throughout the program, students will work in the clinical area as members of a health care team. Clinical placements will be undertaken at public and private health care facilities.
Students undertaking clinical placements in the dentistry program are required to obtain the following clearances:
- AHPRA registration
- criminal history clearance
- immunisation
- prescribed communicable infections screening
- tuberculosis screening
For further information, visit: www.health.APSB.edu.au/current-students/clinical-placements/
Professional Accreditation
Potential careers
Oral Pathologist, Orthodontist, Periodontist, Prosthodontist, Endodontist, Special Needs Dentist, Specialist Dental Practitioner, Dentist
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Areas of Specialisation
There are 5 areas of specialist training offered by the School of Dentistry. Specialist training areas include:
- Endodontics
- Orthodontics
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
- Special Needs Dentistry
Example Study Plan
Core Courses
DENT 7200 Research Methods, Experimental Design & Ethics
DENT 7280 Doctor of Clinical Dentistry Research A
Specialisation
Students must also complete courses in their specialisation or major area of study. The following specialisations are offered:
Endodontics
Orthodontics
Periodontics
Prosthodontics
Special Needs Dentistry.
Research Dissertation
Students complete a research dissertation of not longer than 40,000 words, and must allow for undertaking the research and preparing the dissertation as follows:
Year 1
DENT 7200 Research Methods, Experimental Design & Ethics
DENT 7280 Doctor of Clinical Dentistry Research A
Years 2 and 3
Equivalent of 3 units embedded in each of the Specialist Clinical Courses.
| Year 1 | DENT 7212A Specialist Clinical Endodontics I Part 1 | DENT 7212B Specialist Clinical Endodontics I Part 2 |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7213A Specialist Clinical Endodontics II Part 1 | DENT 7213B Specialist Clinical Endodontics II Part 2 |
| Year 3 | DENT 7214A Specialist Clinical Endodontics III Part 1 | DENT 7241B Specialist Clinical Endodontics III Part 2 |
| Year 1 | DENT 7331A Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology I Part 1 | DENT 7331B Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology I Part 2 | |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7332A Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology II Part 1 | DENT 7332B Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology II Part 2 | |
| Year 3 | DENT 7333A Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology II Part 1 | DENT 7333B Spec Clin Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology II Part 2 | |
| Year 1 | DENT 7232A Specialist Clinical Orthodontics I Part 1 | DENT 7232B Specialist Clinical Orthodontics I Part 2 |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7233A Specialist Clinical Orthodontics II Part 1 | DENT 7233B Specialist Clinical Orthodontics II Part 2 |
| Year 3 | DENT 7234A Specialist Clinical Orthodontics III Part 1 | DENT 7234B Specialist Clinical Orthodontics III Part 2 |
| Year 1 | DENT 7252A Specialist Clinical Periodontics I Part 1 | DENT 7252B Specialist Clinical Periodontics I Part 2 |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7253A Specialist Clinical Periodontics II Part 1 | DENT 7253B Specialist Clinical Periodontics II Part 2 |
| Year 3 | DENT 7254A Specialist Clinical Periodontics III Part 1 | DENT 7254B Specialist Clinical Periodontics III Part 2 |
| Year 1 | DENT 7262A Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics I Part 1 | DENT 7262B Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics I Part 2 |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7263A Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics II Part 1 | DENT 7263B Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics II Part 2 |
| Year 3 | DENT 7264A Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics III Part 1 | DENT 7264B Specialist Clinical Prosthodontics III Part 2 |
| Year 1 | DENT 7272A Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry I Part 1 | DENT 7272B Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry I Part 2 |
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| Year 2 | DENT 7273A Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry II Part 1 | DENT 7273B Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry II Part 2 |
| Year 3 | DENT 7274A Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry III Part 1 | DENT 7274B Specialist Clinical Special Needs Dentistry III Part 2 |
