MSc Dental Science for Clinical Practice

The Dental Science for Clinical Practice MSC at Queen Mary University of London is a part-time, two year programme designed for dental practitioners who want to further their knowledge and understanding of dentistry while continuing to work in clinical practice. The course's flexible structure allows students to tailor their learning to their own professional interest and clinical needs while providing a solid grounding in research methodology and evidence-based dentistry.Course Content: The MSc starts with core teaching in literature appraisal and research methodology, as well as specialist oral health and disease-based modules. In the second year of the course, students undertake a research project. Their findings will be presented in the form of a research manuscript ready for submission to a peer-reviewed journal. You will also cover areas such as law, ethics and health systems, which contribute towards your understanding of a professional dental practice.Key Modules: Core modules throughout the first year include Health and Disease in Dentistry, Evidence-Based Dentistry and Basic Science in Dentistry. In the second year, you’ll undertake a Research Project.The indicative reading list of the course can be seen at https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/modules/dental-science-for-clinical-practice-msc/Accreditations: While the course does not include specific accreditations, it has been developed with the aim that the skills and knowledge attained can be applied to enhance students' clinical practice and therefore may have indirect influence on career progression.Future Careers: Graduates of the Dental Science for Clinical Practice MSc will have the necessary research skills, critical thinking and knowledge to pursue more advanced academic, clinical or consultant roles in their respective fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.