Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Surgical Dentistry)

1. Hold a recognised dental qualification (e.g., BDS, DMD) from an approved institution.
2. At least two years of general dental practice experience.
3. Be registered or eligible for postgraduate training registration with the dental regulatory body (e.g., Dental Board of Australia).
4. Demonstrate commitment/interest in surgical dentistry (e.g., evidence of continuing education/experience).
5. For international applicants: meet English language proficiency requirements and credential equivalence.

The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Surgical Dentistry) at the University of Sydney is a specialist-level coursework programme aimed at qualified dentists who wish to enhance their surgical dentistry practice rather than pursue full specialist registration. The course strengthens competence in oral surgery techniques for general dental practice, and includes training in oral medicine, oral pathology, implant treatment, and a research project under academic supervision.

Delivered over one year full-time (48 credit points), the curriculum is clinically oriented and combines didactic sessions, supervised clinical experience in hospital/clinical settings, and research skills. The University’s dental school emphasises evidence-based, patient-centred teaching and is supported by specialist clinical facilities.

While this programme prepares candidates for enhanced surgical practice, it also serves as a foundation for those who might later elect to enter the full specialist pathway (e.g., the 3-year Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery)).

Graduates emerge with heightened technical and clinical capability in surgical dentistry contexts and are better positioned for advanced practice, referral work, leadership in surgical dentistry settings, or further specialist training.