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University of Glasgow: Oral Sciences
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| mvls-oralsci@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This MSc programme is designed to provide students with an in-depth working knowledge of the principles and practice related to Oral Sciences. The major strength of this programme, and what sets its apart from other Oral Sciences based MSc programmes offered in the UK, is its focus on research. You will gain a wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge related to Oral Sciences research and spend time in the laboratories conducting your own research project under the direction of internationally renowned members from the Oral Sciences Research Group located within Glasgow Dental School. Students will experience and participate in cutting edge research within the theme while learning techniques widely relevant to biomedical sciences.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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Learn through an in-depth, evidence based, critical approach with opportunities to specialise in a particular area – including oral and systemic disease pathogenesis to utilising OMICs approaches for answering important research questions in biomedical sciences.
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Learn from staff who are internationally experienced researchers and academics with both clinical and science backgrounds who are experts in biofilm infections and oral inflammation.
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A long tradition of excellence in Oral Sciences at the University of Glasgow, with pioneering research by MacFarlane, Samaranayake Bagg and Ramage, along with other current Glasgow academics continuing to make important contributions to the field of Oral Sciences..
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Engage in, and learn from a variety of engaging and immersive assessment styles including website design, oral/poster presentations and laboratory reports.
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Receive first-hand experience within a dedicated oral sciences research laboratory infrastructure linked directly to clinical research facilities.
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The opportunity to undertake research alongside current PhD researchers and principal investigators as part of tailored dissertation projects.
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Ultimately through learning a full range of academic and transferable skills, pursue and further your career in oral and dental related occupations, including other potential avenues such as laboratory scientist or furthering your postgraduate career.
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Meet our students - Chandra and Susanth share their experience studying the Oral Sciences MSc at UofG.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Core Courses Advanced Oral Science Research Skills Module Lead: Dr Jason Brown Evidence-Based Biomedical Research Methods and Statistics Module Lead: Dr Douglas Morrison Fundamentals in Oral Sciences Module Lead: Dr Jason Brown Oral Sciences Research Skills Module Lead: Dr Jason Brown Research Dissertation in Oral Sciences Module Lead: Dr Christopher Delaney Therapeutics and Diagnostics in Oral Sciences Module Lead: Dr Christopher Delaney Translational Research Approaches in Oral Sciences, Module Lead: Dr Christopher Delaney
Optional Courses Omic analyses for the biomedical sciences: from genomics to metabolomic Module Lead: Dr Richard Burchmore Periodontitis and implications for systemic disease Module Lead: Dr Jennifer Malcolm
This programme is undertaken at the Glasgow Dental Hospital, in the City Centre of Glasgow. Easy to travel to by bus, train or car.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Dentistry, Medicine, or Nursing. We may also accept degrees in Dental Hygiene, Biological Sciences, and Biomedical Sciences. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
This MSc programme is designed to provide students with an in-depth working knowledge of the principles and practice related to Oral Sciences. The major strength of this programme, and what sets its apart from other Oral Sciences based MSc programmes offered in the UK, is its focus on research. You will gain a wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge related to Oral Sciences research and spend time in the laboratories conducting your own research project under the direction of internationally renowned members from the Oral Sciences Research Group located within Glasgow Dental School. Students will experience and participate in cutting edge research within the theme while learning techniques widely relevant to biomedical sciences.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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1st in the UK for Dentistry (Complete University Guide 2021).
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Learn through an in-depth, evidence based, critical approach about specialising in a particular area – oral disease pathogenesis or infection control and decontamination.
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Learn from staff who are internationally experienced researchers and academics with both clinical and science backgrounds and are experts in biofilm infections, oral inflammation and infection control.
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A long tradition of excellence in Oral Sciences at the University of Glasgow, with pioneering research by MacFarlane, Samaranayake and Bagg, and other current Glasgow academics continuing to make important contributions to the field of Oral Sciences.
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Pursue and further your career in oral and dental related occupations, as well as a laboratory scientist or an academic.
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A range of transferable skills are integrated and embedded into this programme, which will improve possibilities in the job market.
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Undertake research alongside pre and post-doctoral researchers.
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Learn to work as a team and improve technical skills and communication.
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Receive first-hand experience within a dedicated oral sciences research laboratory infrastructure linked directly to clinical research facilities.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Core Courses EVIDENCE-BASED BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH APPROACHES IN ORAL SCIENCES, LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN ORAL SCIENCES ORAL SCIENCES RESEARCH SKILLS THERAPEUTICS AND DIAGNOSTICS IN ORAL SCIENCES RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN ORAL SCIENCES
Optional Courses QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN HEALTH CARE CLINICAL AND RESEARCH LABORATORY SKILLS PERIODONTITIS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR SYSTEMIC DISEASE DECONTAMINATION AND INFECTION CONTROL
This programme is undertaken at the Glasgow Dental Hospital, in the City Centre of Glasgow. Easy to travel to by bus, train or car.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | You are required to have a BSc (2.2), BDS or medical degree, or a nursing degree (general or dental). |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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