PhD Dentistry with clinical component
Course overview
The PhD Dentistry (with a clinical component) at the University of Dundee is designed for dental professionals who wish to combine advanced clinical practice with original research in dentistry. It integrates clinical duties, specialist training, and research work, enabling participants to operate at a high professional and academic level over approximately three years full-time.
The learning and assessment framework involves a major research thesis, clinical case reports, advanced specialist training, seminars, and professional development activities. The clinical component ensures graduates are prepared for senior roles in dental practice, research, or health services.
Entry requirements
Candidates should submit a personal statement outlining their interest in the programme, their relevant experience in dental practice or research, and their future professional goals. A suitable academic and/or employer reference is required. Applicants are encouraged to upload a CV that highlights clinical work, registrations, publications, or presentations.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need a recognised dental degree at 2.1 or above, relevant experience in clinical dentistry, and/or a Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English‐language proficiency. For clinical research PhD routes, the requirement is typically IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component for recognised tests accepted by the university.
Scholarships
Al-Maktoum College Living Support Scholarship
Value - £3,000
Up to £3,000Alumni and Family Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Alumni Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Chevening Scholarship
Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry
Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine
Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000GEMS Scholarship
Value - £6,000 per year of study
Up to £6,000Global Excellence Scholarship Postgraduate
Value - £8,000
Up to £8,000Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate
Value: £7,500 per year of study.
Up to £7,500Vice Chancellor's East Asia Postgraduate Scholarship
Value - £4,000
Up to £4,000Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship
Value - £4,000
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of a PhD in Dentistry (with a clinical component) from the University of Dundee are well-equipped for advanced clinical, research, and leadership roles in dentistry and related healthcare sectors. Possible career paths include:
- Senior Clinical Specialist in Dentistry
- Consultant or Lead Clinician in a dental hospital or university setting
- Academic Researcher or Lecturer in Dental Science
- Head of Dental Research or Innovation within health systems
- Programme Lead in Postgraduate Dental Training
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the PhD Dentistry (with Clinical Component) in the University of Dundee is £53,600 per year for full-time study. Please note that tuition fees are subject to annual review and are likely to increase each year.
Admission
Submit your full application to the University of Dundee’s postgraduate research admissions portal. To learn more about this process, please speak with one of our trained counsellors.
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