Doctor of PhilosophyThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research degree in which students undertake supervised research to prepare a substantial piece of work representing a significant contribution to a particular field of study. In addition it trains candidates in the general area of research methodology, equipping them with skills which will serve them in any area of research. The culmination of this degree is the production of a thesis. The PhD in the Faculty of Dentistry is aimed at those who intend to pursue academic careers in oral health.
Admission normally requires a master's degree, or a bachelor's degree with first or second class honours from the University of Sydney, or another approved institution.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Doctor of Philosophy (Dentistry)".
Master of PhilosophyThe Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a research degree in which students undertake supervised research leading to the production of a thesis.
The MSc Dent is aimed at those who intend to pursue research careers in dentistry. It may also be used as a foundation to commencing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
For admission requirments please contact the program coordinator.
Full details about this course are available from
http://www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Master of Philosphy (Dentistry)".
Master of Dental Science (Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology)The program aims to develop the skills necessary for the non-surgical management of the full range of oral diseases as well as for the care of medically compromised patients in hospital and non-hospital settings.
The program develops skills in the diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases of the oral mucosa and salivary glands, facial pain and oral manifestations of systematic diseases such as HIV. It provides for the oral health care needs of medically compromised patients, including transplant recipients, in close co-operation with the medical and surgical units of Westmead Hospital. Diagnostic oral and general pathology are integral parts of the program.
The program is aimed at local and international dental graduates preparing for a career in clinical oral medicine and oral pathology.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent plus two years general practice experience. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology".
Master of Dental Science (Orthodontics)The program provides the opportunity to develop skills and acquire knowledge essential for specialisation in orthodontics.
A comprehensive curriculum of theoretical and clinical studies. Technique instruction is based on fixed appliance therapy, comprising Begg and Edgewise philosophies, including a self-ligating bracket technique.
The program is aimed at local and international dental graduates preparing for a career in orthodontics.
Admission requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent plus a minimum of two years general practice experience. If shortlisted, applicants are required to attend the university for an interview, written examination and assessment of clinical skills. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Orthodontics".
Master of Dental Science (Paediatric Dentistry)The program aims to develop the skills necessary for specialisation in paediatric dentistry. The program is aimed at qualified local and international dentists who wish to specialise in paediatric dentistry.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent plus a minimum of two years general practice experience. In addition, candidates are required to attend an interview prior to selection for admission. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Paediatric Dentistry".
Master of Dental Science (Periodontics)The program provides the opportunity to develop skills and acquire knowledge essential for specialisation in periodontics. The program is aimed at local and international qualified dentists who wish to specialise in periodontics.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent plus a minimum of two years general practice experience. In addition, candidates are required to hold a pass in the primary examination of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons or an equivalent. Candidates require registration as dentists by the Dental Board of New South Wales, and will be required to attend an interview prior to selection for admission. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Periodontics".
Master of Dental Science (Prosthodontics)
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative)
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative)The Masters component is completed over three years full-time. Students entering in 2005 have the option of entering and/or exiting with a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative) following completion of two semesters full-time study or the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative) following successful completion of one semester full-time study. Students enrolled prior to 2005 complete the Master of Dental Science (Prosthodontics) as per the old course structure.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent plus a minimum of two years general practice experience. In addition, candidates are required to attend an interview prior to selection for admission. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year. Applicants have the option of applying for entry at the Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters level; the level they are admitted at will be at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.
The Masters program requires three years of full-time study. The Graduate Diploma requires one year of full-time study and the Graduate Certificate one semester of full-time study.
Full details about Master of Dental Science (Prosthodontics) course is available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Prosthodontics".
Full details about Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative) course is available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Restorative".
Full details about Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Restorative) course is available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Restorative".
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Conscious Sedation and Pain Control)The program provides the opportunity to develop skills and acquire knowledge in the growing field of conscious sedation and pain control.
Major areas of study include: The practice of sedation; differential diagnosis of collapse; advanced life support.
The program is aimed at local dental graduates wishing to upgrade skills for general dental practice.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent degree registrable with the NSW Dental Board. The closing date for applications is 31 March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Conscious Sedation and Pain Control".
Graduate Diploma in Dentistry (Oral Implants)The program aims to provide dental graduates with the skills and knowledge to provide oral implant treatment in general dental practice.
The program focuses on the clinical practice of oral implant restoration. The program is aimed at local dental graduates wishing to develop skills in oral implant treatment for general dental practice.
Admission normally requires a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent, which is registrable for practice with the NSW Dental Board. In addition, applicants must demonstrate interest in and knowledge of oral implants and have experience in dental-alveolar surgery. Applications close in March for commencement in the following year.
Full details about this course are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Oral Implants".
Postgraduate Studies in Population Oral HealthCandidates wishing to pursue a program in Population Oral Health begin by completing the Master of Public Health (MPH) or the Master of International Public Health (MIPH) degree through the School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine (see http://www.health.usyd.edu.au/). Students must include in their degree the following three dental elective units of study: Preventive Dentistry, Dental Health Services, Population Oral Health. Upon successful completion of the MPH or MIPH, students may then be able to proceed to study a research degree that will fulfil the requirement of specialisation by the Dental Board of NSW.
The Faculty is housed within the Sydney Dental Hospital (SDH), Surry Hills and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health (WCOH), Westmead Hospital. These hospitals provide high quality clinical and research facilities and supervision to postgraduate students. These include: a well resourced Institute of Dental Research, Oral Pathology Laboratory, Jaw Function and Orofacial Pain Research Unit, Community Oral Health and Epidemology Unit at WCOH, Biomaterials Laboratory and Orthodontics Research Unit at Sydney Dental Hospital and facilities for clinical research in general and specialist dentistry. In addition these are, specialist clinical departments (oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral medicine and oral pathology, orthodontics, paedodontics, periodontics, prosthedontics and comprehensive dental laboratory services); student computing facilities in SDH and WCOH, and the dentistry library located at SDH, and a library with medical and dental holdings at WCOH.
Research and clinical collaborations exist between disciplines and with other Faculties and hospital departments and institutes. Postgraduate candidates are encouraged to attend local and international research and clinical meetings at present at the Faculty's Annual Research Conference.
WCOH also houses the internationally recognised Jaw Function and Orofacial Pain Research Unit and a well resourced Oral Pathology Laboratory.
FeesDomestic students enrolled in the research degree programs such as the PhD or MDSc are financially covered under the Research Training Scheme (RTS) and are fee and HECS exempt provided these degrees are completed within a prescribed timeframe - eight (8) full-time semesters for a PhD and four (4) full-time semesters for a MDSc, or their part-time equivalents (16 semesters and 8 semesters respectively). Students will be required to pay the University's Student Union Fees upon enrolment.
International students enrolled in research degree programs are required to pay up-front tuition fees to the University. Details on fees for international research students are available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Research program fees for international students".
MDSc domestic coursework students are required to pay upfront tuition fees for the duration of their course, which are paid on each semester of enrolment. A current list of course fees is available from
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Coursework program fees for local students".
International students enrolled in coursework programs will also be required to pay tuition fees; these are detailed at
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Coursework program fees for international students".
Students enrolled in a research degree such as the PhD or MDSc are eligible for postgraduate research scholarships offered by the University. Full details on scholarships offered, including amounts, eligibility and application dates are available from:
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/. Look under "Postgraduate Research Scholarships".
FEE-HELP is an interest-free loan facility for eligible local students who are enrolled in fee-paying, postgraduate non-research courses. Unlike HECS-HELP liable courses, institutions set the tuition fee for fee-paying postgraduate courses and students are required to pay the full amount. FEE-HELP enables local students enrolled in the Faculty's postgraduate coursework programs to obtain a loan from the Commonwealth Government to pay all or part of their tuition fees. Eligibile students repay their loan through the taxation system once their income reaches the minimum threshold for compulsory repayment – details available from:
www.foh.usyd.edu.au/postgrad/ Look under "FEE-HELP".
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