Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry
Course overview
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | March, July, November |
| Tuition (Local students) | $ 8,000 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 10,000 |
About
The Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry is a doctoral program focused on advancing knowledge in significant areas of dental research, encompassing general dentistry, implants, and dental surgery. This program provides exceptional resources to support doctoral candidates in conducting cutting-edge research and offers opportunities for teaching experience and exposure to modern testing techniques.
The curriculum places emphasis on original research conducted under supervision, instructional coursework, and the development and presentation of a thesis.
To successfully complete the PhD, candidates are required to publish a minimum of four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with affiliation to Lincoln University College.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- $ 8,000
- Local students
- $ 10,000
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- Data not available
- Local students
- $ 169
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- $ 509
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
- A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate; or
- Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
- Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the Lincoln University College.
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent qualification; and
- Master’s degree in dental sciences or equivalent qualification as required by Lincoln University College.
- This degree must have a total Student Learning Time (SLT) ranging from 1600–2000 hours. A minimum of 800–1000 hours of this degree must include among others a preclinical training component which contribute towards the specialty training.
- Registered with the MDC and holds current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) or registered with the dental regulatory body in another country and eligible to be granted a Temporary Practicing Certificate (TPC) by MDC.
- A minimum of two (2) years clinical practice after basic degree, excluding the Master’s training; and
- Health and other requirements as required by Lincoln University College.
English Requirements :
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.
Curriculum
Here are the subjects for the PHDD program:
- PHDD 801: Research Methodology (3)
- PHDD 802: Computer Application (3)
- PHDD 803: Dissertation (Any one of the following specialties):
- Dental Surgery: Apicectomy/Coronectomy/Dentoalveolar surgery
- Orthodontics: Malocclusion, Clinical Orthodontics, Cephalometric, Oral Epidemiology, Dental Education and Services
- Periodontics: Dental implants/Gum disease/Peri-implantitis/Resorption