Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics)
Duration: 3 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeDoctorate
Course Specialty
Orthodontics
Overview
- 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.
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
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Accomodation:
Hostel Facility
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- 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
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Admission Process:
- Ensure you hold a recognised dental qualification and meet any practice-experience requirements.
- Check English language proficiency and other eligibility criteria (for international students).
- Submit an online application to the University of Sydney for the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) specialist programme by the stated deadline.
- The School assesses applications based on academic performance, dental qualifications, professional registration, dental practice experience and commitment to orthodontic specialist training.
- Short-listing may involve interviews or a portfolio review of dental practice/experience.
- On the offer of a place, accept the offer, complete enrolment formalities and required clearances (e.g., health checks, professional registration).
- Commence the 3-year full-time specialist training: complete required units, clinical placements in specialist orthodontic clinics, research/project component and any hospital rotations as required.
