Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics)
Duration: 3 Year(s)
The University of Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Course TypeDoctorate
Course Specialty
Periodontics
Overview
- The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) at the University of Sydney is a three-year full-time specialist programme designed for qualified dentists who wish to become certified specialists in periodontics.
- Students will engage in intensive clinical training in diagnosing, planning and managing periodontal disease and peri-implant conditions, including complex surgical interventions (gum surgery, bone grafting, implant placement/maintenance) and maintenance of periodontal health in challenging cases.
- The curriculum combines coursework (units of study in clinical periodontics, periodontology, implant introduction, and advanced implant management) with extensive patient-based clinical experience at specialist dental facilities such as the Sydney Dental Hospital and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health.
- On graduation, students are eligible to apply for specialist registration in Periodontics via the Dental Board of Australia (or equivalent jurisdiction), and are prepared for roles in specialist practices, hospital departments and academic/research settings.
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 registered (or eligible) with the relevant dental regulatory body or have limited registration for specialist training if international.
- Demonstrate dental practice experience and a commitment to specialist periodontics.
- Meet English-language proficiency requirements (for non-native-English speakers).
- Be able to meet the “inherent requirements” of specialist clinical training (e.g., patient care, manual dexterity, professional behaviour).
Minimum Education
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Admission Process:
- Ensure you hold a recognised dental qualification and professional registration/eligibility for specialist training.
- Prepare your application materials: academic transcripts, proof of dental registration/licensure, CV showing dentist practice experience, portfolio of relevant cases or interest in periodontics.
- For international applicants: demonstrate English language proficiency as per the university requirement.
- Submit an online application via the University of Sydney’s specialist dentistry admissions portal for the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) by the application deadline.
- Applications are assessed on academic merit, dental qualification, professional registration eligibility, dental practice experience, and suitability for specialist training (may include interview/portfolio review).
- If selected, accept the offer, complete enrolment, and comply with pre-enrolment requirements (e.g., health checks, immunisation, professional clearances).
- Commence full-time specialist training over 3 years: complete required units, clinical placements, research/project components, and meet credit point requirements (144 credit points).
