Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Special Needs Dentistry)
The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Special Needs Dentistry) is aimed at qualified local and international dentists who wish to practice at the specialist level in field of special needs dentistry.
Your studies will be primarily clinical based with didactic sessions, complemented by a research project in the field of special needs dentistry under the supervision of an academic staff member. You will receive training for specialist dental treatment of patients with the full range of disabilities, including those which are: physical, medical, and neuro-sensory or intellectual, including sensory, cognitive, mental-psychiatric and emotional impairments.
Campus Information
Westmead
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Intakes
- Jan
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
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Future study options
The training in research component of this course will provide a basis for an academic career, which would involve further research training through a Doctor of Philosophy.
Career Pathways
This course is designed to prepare candidates for a career at the specialist level in special needs dentistry, and to provide a basis to pursue a career pathway in research and/or clinical academic positions.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 or 3 years of Post Study Work Visa Opportunities
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
A successful applicant for admission to this course will hold:
- a Bachelor of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Medicine or Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution;
- Or an equivalent qualification that is recognised by the Australian Dental Board (Limited Registration for postgraduate training/supervised practice) and with a curriculum acceptable to the school.
Demonstrated commitment
Applicants must demonstrate commitment to the particular specialty that they are applying for, such as through participation in short courses or continuing education programs aligned to that particular specialty.
Interviews and examination
All applications will be ranked according to academic merit after the application closing date. Successfully ranked applicants will be invited to participate in an interview with the Sydney Dental School. Some specialist programs also require applicants to sit an examination as a component of the admission process.
Experience and registration
In addition to these criteria, admission to this course requires:
- at least two years general dental practice; completion of the primary Fellowship Examination of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons or its equivalent is desirable
- all applicants must be registered with the Australian Dental Board for practice (limited registration for international candidates) prior to admission to the program.
English Language Requirements :
- IELTS score A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 7.0 in each band
- TOEFL - IBT score A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 24 in Reading and Listening, 27 in Writing and 23 in Speaking
- Pearsons Test of English A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 68 in each band
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- Course Code: 064294G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
232500 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: 150 AUD
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