Eligibility Criteria

Hold a recognised dental qualification (e.g., BDS, DMD) from an approved institution.
Be eligible for or hold registration (or limited registration) with the Australian Dental Board (or equivalent overseas registration) for supervised practice.
Demonstrate prior general dental practice and commitment to orthodontic speciality training.
Meet English language proficiency requirements (for non-native English background).
Enrolment must be full-time.

Minimum Education

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) at the University of Sydney is designed to train dentists to become specialist orthodontists. The programme is clinically focused and involves rigorous training in managing orthodontic and dentofacial corrective procedures, including use of contemporary appliance systems (fixed, removable, lingual, clear aligners), orthopaedic treatment, adult-orthodontics, surgical-orthodontic cases and multidisciplinary approaches.
The curriculum typically includes theoretical units, clinical training blocks, and a substantial research/project component under the supervision of specialist clinicians and researchers.
Graduates are prepared for specialist registration in Orthodontics (in Australia) and for roles in specialist practice, hospital departments, academic teaching and research, and leadership in orthodontic services.