Dental Sciences
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The School of Dentistry's broad range of research interests provides for world-class research in dental science including clinical and dental education research. Through our high-quality research, we aim to improve health outcomes in the local population, and to help face global health challenges. The University of Liverpool’sSchool of Dentistryis one of the largest dental education providers in the UK.
We train and develop clinicians throughout their careers, enabling them to use the latest advances to provide exceptional care to their patients. Undertaking a PhD in Dental Sciences at Liverpool offers the unique opportunity to work alongside an engaged and committed cohort of dental students. All of these students are encouraged to take an interest in research and the development of medical education.
We deliver teaching and training for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as continuous professional development for clinical practitioners. By undertaking research with us, you’ll join our vibrant medical education community. We work collaboratively, across professions, institutions and departments.
We have strong links with health partners across the region. Our PhD students are based across a wide range of providers, for example Alder Hey Children Hospital and primary care dental practices.
Key highlights
- Research spans dental science, clinical and dental education research
- Research aims to improve local health outcomes and global health challenges
- Based within one of the UK's largest dental education providers
- PhD students based at providers such as Alder Hey Children's Hospital
- Strong links with regional health partners and primary care dental practices
- Collaborative research across professions, institutions and departments
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Academic researcher in dental sciences
- University lecturer in dentistry
- Clinical academic dentist
- Dental education researcher
- Postdoctoral research fellow
- Oral health research scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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