Master of Science in Implant Dentistry

Overview

The Master of Science in Implant Dentistry is a one-year, part-time distance-learning programme worth 60 credits. It is built around research methodology, statistical methods and an original research project in implant dentistry. It is designed for dentists who have already completed recognised postgraduate training in oral surgery, dental implantology or prosthetics, and who want to develop the skills of a clinical researcher for academia, teaching or a more evidence-led practice.

You study under the supervision of Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid, and experts in medical research guide you through to the completion of your project.

Programme highlights

• 12-month online, part-time programme, 100% in English
• Live online lectures and recorded sessions
• Case discussions, projects and a master's dissertation
• Live surgery workshop with hands-on clinical experience in Kuala Lumpur
• One-to-one online mentoring from an assigned university tutor
• Limited to 10 students

How the programme is structured

1. Contact learning. Lectures, tutorials and hands-on exercises, with teaching in research methodology and ethics, the philosophy of research, statistical analysis, data presentation and scientific writing.
2. Distance learning (research dissertation). You complete an original piece of research with online support and one-to-one mentoring from an assigned tutor for the duration of the course.
3. Viva examination. After the dissertation, you present your thesis at a viva, usually twelve months after the programme starts. External examiners from the Faculty of General Dental Practice are invited to ensure quality assurance.

Assessment

• Continuous evaluation
• Case discussions
• Projects
• Master's dissertation and viva

Who can apply

You need a recognised dental qualification (BDS, DDS, DMD or equivalent), current registration with a recognised dental regulatory authority, and recognised postgraduate training in oral surgery, dental implantology or prosthetics, which the university assesses. See admissions for the full list of documents.