Doctor of Dental Surgery
The University of Melbourne
Course Details
The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at University of Melbourne is the first Australian professional-entry, masters-level dental degree. Based on advanced, evidenced-based clinical training, the degree leads to registration as a general dental practitioner with the Dental Practice Board in Australia and New Zealand, and creates a pathway to enter the Master of Philosophy, PhD or Doctor of Clinical Dentistry. The DDS uses the latest scientific evidence in oral health to impart the expertise, skills and knowledge related to all areas of clinical dental practice. It includes the teaching of advanced treatment options such as dental implants, all-ceramic restorations and use of advanced materials. The course is delivered by highly qualified academics, with research experience from leading universities around the world. The program emphasis is on pre-clinical practical classes and clinical patient treatments in all specialties of dentistry. All studies are conducted with the underpinning ethos of prevention of dental disease for which the Melbourne Dental School has a world-renowned reputation.
Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Coursework)
Course structure: The DDS incorporates all aspects related to the provision of advanced general dental care to patients as well as teaches students to prepare, develop, execute and write for publication a small research project. It is a fixed, full-time course of 4 years duration.
CRICOS Code: 071303G
Start date: January
Address
Parkville
Grattan Street
Parkville, Victoria, 3010
Attendance options
Full-time - 4 years
Total tuition costs
AUD $473,308
ENTRY CRITERIA*
TOEFL: 94
* Note that TOEFL and IELTS scores are indicative of overall requirements in either test. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the educator for a more detailed breakdown of requirements. Note also that where TOEFL and IELTS scores are published applicants will typically require one or the other.