This MSc gives you a comprehensive insight into the concept of MI (minimally invasive) dentistry. You'll focus on major dental issues that arise across all age groups, learn how to adopt a minimally invasive approach to treatment and give your patients a sophisticated, holistic level of care. Combine academic study, research and clinical skills to gain a rounded training Be taught by our distinguished international experts and have regular contact with them throughout the programme Focus on the latest scientific developments in minimally invasive (MI) clinical dentistry Hands-on clinical experience and patient treatment Part-time option so you can study alongside your other commitments Study at one of the UK's top-rated dental schools: we are joint first for research impact (REF 2014)
If you’re a dentistry graduate or dentistry clinical practitioner who is interested in exploring the latest clinical scientific developments in Minimally Invasive Clinical Dentistry treatments and learning techniques that we use in our world-class dentistry research, then this programme is for you.
This MSc will develop your knowledge of the principles underlying the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of dental materials used in Minimally Invasive Clinical Dentistry, giving you all-round expertise in this innovative field.
Modules focus on different populations, including children and older people, so that you can employ approaches that will effectively encourage oral dental hygiene in your clinical population. You’ll also learn a range of prevention and dental disease control management strategies and techniques, allowing you to see improvements in your patient’s dental health, without the drawbacks of more invasive treatments.
You’ll have the advantage of practical clinical experience, using Minimally Invasive techniques in our patient clinics. You’ll also attend Community Dental Services during your Older Population and Dental Care with MI Approaches module.
The course furthermore provides modules on skills such as public speaking and positive psychology techniques that will boost your clinical effectiveness.
All of the topics you cover will be examined in relation to risk assessment, patient case management and treatment planning, so you can readily apply your knowledge to your own dentistry clinical practice setting.
The English language requirements for our programmes are indicated by English bands, and therefore the specific test and score acceptable is based on the band assigned to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administered. Note that for some academic departments there are programmes with non-standard English language requirements.
The English Language requirements for entry to postgraduate taught and research programmes in the Institute of Dentistry fall within either English band 4 or English band 5. This programme requires the following English band:
Band 5: IELTS (Academic) minimum score 7.0 overall with 6.0 in each of Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking
We accept a range of English tests and qualifications categorised in our English bands for you to demonstrate your level of English Language proficiency. See all accepted English tests that we deem equivalent to these IELTS scores.