This Masters programme is designed for dental graduates who wish to develop clinical and research skills in oral and maxillofacial surgery. It will provide you with a qualification which will enable you to extend your clinical diagnostic and treatment skills to a higher level. It will also provide you with a solid grounding in research methodologies.
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| Study Mode | Delivery Mode | Language | Duration | Credits |
| Full-Time / Part-Time | Online (Live) | English | 2 Years | 60 |
- Master's in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Recognized Level 7 Qualification
- Eligible for progression to Doctoral-level studies or professional certifications
Programme structureYou will take a core course consisting of basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences. |
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| Year 1: Semester 1 | ||
| DENTOFACIAL DEFORMITIES | ||
| DENTOALVEOLAR SURGERY | ||
| EVIDENCE-BASED BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS | ||
| THERAPEUTICS AND DIAGNOSTICS IN ORAL SCIENCES | ||
| LOCAL ANAESTHESIA, GENERAL ANAESTHESIA AND SEDATION | ||
| Year 1: Semester 2 | ||
| MAXILLOFACIAL TRAUMA | ||
| MEDICAL AND RESEARCH ETHICS | ||
| ORAL PATHOLOGY | ||
| OROFACIAL INFECTIONS | ||
| QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN HEALTH CARE | ||
| Year 2: Semester 3 | ||
| CLEFT AND CRANIOFACIAL DEFORMITIES | ||
| HEAD & NECK SURGERY AND ORAL MEDICINE | ||
| ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY RESEARCH | ||
| TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISEASES | ||
| Theory of Oral/Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | ||
| Year 2: Semester 4 | ||
| Dento-Alveolar Surgery | ||
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Dissertation | ||
| Clinical Science and Research Methods | ||
- You will have access to patients and opportunities to carry out oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures under supervision.
- The University is well recognised as a centre of excellence for research in the fields of 3D imaging, bone bioengineering and orthognathic surgery.
- Oral and Maxillofacial surgery are special interests in the surgical specialties, linked with the renowned oral and maxillofacial surgical service in the city and regional hospitals in the west of Scotland.
- You will have the opportunity to attend all postgraduate lectures in the Dental School which includes invited speakers from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons in Glasgow and from dental companies.
Upon successful completion of the programme, learners will be able to:
- Apply advanced clinical techniques and modern technologies in dental care.
- Conduct and interpret dental research to improve patient outcomes.
- Manage complex oral health conditions and offer specialist treatments.
- Lead clinical teams and implement quality control in dental settings.
- Promote public dental health and contribute to policy and education.
Graduates are able to apply for senior house officer posts in the UK, or join a higher research programme leading to PhD qualification.
Showing standard entry requirements
- Applicants should have a universally recognised Dental qualification, normally a Bachelor in Dental Surgery, plus relevant experience.
- Applicants should be registered dentists in their own countries, with at least 1 year of relevant post-qualifying experience, normally including some practice within Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
- A personal statement should be provided, showing motivation, experience, and refer to clinical and interpersonal skills.
- The programme lead will select applicants for interviews before any offer is made. All applicants must be available to travel to the UK by early September for Medical and PVG checks. If an offer is made, further information will be supplied by the programme administrator in due course.
For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Government, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)
- 7.0 overall with no subtest less than 7.0
- IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
For more details or admissions contact now!
Andrew Barrow
Head of Admission Department