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Queen Mary University of London: Orthodontics
| Institution | Queen Mary University of London View institution profile |
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| Department | Institute of Dentistry |
| Web | https://www.qmul.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
If you’re a dental graduate who wants to pursue a career in orthodontics, this programme is for you. The Professional Doctorate Programme in Orthodontics provides integrated training for dentists who aspire to be specialists, either in primary or secondary services, or clinical academics.
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Study the most contemporary approaches to orthodontic treatment and develop a portfolio of technical skills
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Get membership to the RLH Orthodontic Alumni Association offering sponsorship opportunities for overseas study
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Undertake extensive clinical training with children and adolescents
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Cover all the topics in the GDC (UK) Specialist Curriculum
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Study at one of the UK’s top-rated dental schools: we’re joint first for research impact (REF 2014)
This DClinDent degree integrates academic activities with clinical practice. Covering all the topics in the GDC (UK) Specialist Curriculum, it aims to familiarise you with up-to-date, novel and evidence-based clinical practices in orthodontics.
Our curriculum covers a wide spectrum of topics. You’ll touch upon key orthodontic principles such as the biomechanical principles of tooth movement and the development, growth and influence of the skeletal and soft tissues on the dentition. You’ll also learn how to formulate a diagnosis of malocclusion and an appropriate treatment plan.
You’ll apply your learning in hands-on clinical training with children and adolescents and undertake a research project with supervision from our expert clinicians and academics. You’ll hone in on key techniques and practises, such as treating a variety of malocclusions.
You will receive professional doctorate-level research training and undertake your own. You will develop an understanding of the importance of materials science in orthodontics and gain critical appraisal skills in relation to published literature.
The DClinDent Degree meets level 8 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).
Structure Three compulsory modules Three compulsory research modules, including your final dissertation (up to 50,000 words) Optional external Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) examination, with the Royal College of Surgeons
DClinDent
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
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| Entry requirements | Degree requirements Additional information Please note that in order for your application to be considered you must have obtained a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 at the point of submission of your application. Following the application deadline, screening of applications and selection of candidates will take place. Candidates who are shortlisted will be invited to attend a Skype interview with the Programme Lead. Applicants from UK or EU Obtaining the National Training Number (NTN) is highly recommended for UK or EU applicants to this course. Therefore, in addition to the application to Queen Mary University of London for this programme, a separate application is also required for submission directly to the Health Education England to obtain the National Training Number (NTN). |
| Location | Whitechapel Campus Garrod Building Turner Street Tower Hamlets E1 2AD |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
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| Entry requirements | Degree requirements Additional information Please note that in order for your application to be considered you must have obtained a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 at the point of submission of your application. Following the application deadline, screening of applications and selection of candidates will take place. Candidates who are shortlisted will be invited to attend a Skype interview with the Programme Lead. Applicants from UK or EU Obtaining the National Training Number (NTN) is highly recommended for UK or EU applicants to this course. Therefore, in addition to the application to Queen Mary University of London for this programme, a separate application is also required for submission directly to the Health Education England to obtain the National Training Number (NTN). |
| Location | Whitechapel Campus Garrod Building Turner Street Tower Hamlets E1 2AD |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements Additional information Please note that in order for your application to be considered you must have obtained a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 at the point of submission of your application. Following the application deadline, screening of applications and selection of candidates will take place. Candidates who are shortlisted will be invited to attend a Skype interview with the Programme Lead. Applicants from UK or EU Obtaining the National Training Number (NTN) is highly recommended for UK or EU applicants to this course. Therefore, in addition to the application to Queen Mary University of London for this programme, a separate application is also required for submission directly to the Health Education England to obtain the National Training Number (NTN). |
| Location | Whitechapel Campus Garrod Building Turner Street Tower Hamlets E1 2AD |
Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London was established in 1785 and is a leading research-intensive university with a difference – one that opens the doors of opportunity to anyone and supporting students to succeed.
With schools split across five campuses in central and east London, students are able to select from an exceptionally broad range of subjects across three main faculties, including the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry.
Facts
- Queen Mary is a member of the Russell Group of universities in the UK, which …
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