Periodontology (Distance Learning) MSc

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This programme will offer the busy General Dental Practitioner the opportunity to acquire intensive knowledge of the basic principles of periodontal and peri-implant diseases, the ability to assess the periodontal needs of a patient, the skills for non-surgical therapy, the understanding of surgical management of advanced periodontal cases and the fundamentals of diagnosis and treatment planning in implant dentistry.

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About this degree

The programme offers you the ability to assess and manage the periodontal needs of a patient and to become competent in the presentation, diagnosis and management of all known diseases and disorders of the periodontium.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

Students will undertake 3 compulsory modules in the first year totalling 60 credits, 4 compulsory modules in the second year totalling 60 credits and in the third year a compulsory dissertation of 60 credits.

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All modules are compulsory.

• Scientific Basis of Periodontology
• Periodontal Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
• Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy
• Complicationg Factors and Other Oral Conditions
• Evidenced Based Healthcare
• Surgical Periodontal Therapy
• Implant Therapy and Peri-implant Diseases
• MSc in Periodontology dissertation

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All students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 10-000 - 12,000 words (60 credits) with a 30 minute viva exam.

Teaching and learning

Teaching is delivered and assessed in a variety of ways including: lectures, seminars, problem based learning, on line tutorials and practical work, group discussion, case presentations, videos and discussion forums and workbased learning.

Fieldwork

Students will complete patient treatment in their own clinics and through discussion with peers, staff and others will synthesise knowledge and practice skills, improving clinical practice and effectiveness.

Additional costs

Students will be expected to meet the costs of travel, accomodation and meals to attend residental teaching sessions and exams in London.

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change.

Funding

For a comprehensive list of the funding opportunities available at UCL, including funding relevant to your nationality, please visit the Scholarships and Funding website.

Why study this degree at UCL?

This programme offers you the flexibility of a part-time blended learning educational route

With a focus on research, postgraduate education and training, the Institute is uniquely placed to offer this new Master's degree in Periodontology to dentists across the world.

There are multiple exit points (Certificate/ Diploma) for qualifying students who are not able to complete the whole MSc qualification.

Department: Eastman Dental Institute

Applications

Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas applicants) should take note of application deadlines.

Who can apply?

All applicants must hold an approved dental degree qualification and have a minimum of three years clinical experience post qualification and currently be working as a dentist.

English Language Level for this programme is : Good (IELTS Academic Version grade 7.0) withn 6.5 in all subtests.

Application deadlines

1 June 2019

For more information see our Applications page.

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Visit the Periodontology (Distance Learning) MSc page on the University College London website for more details!