OVERVIEW
Master of Science (Dentistry)
The course is open for candidates who have completed theirs under graduation in Dentistry, Medicine and in Allied Health Sciences. Since this programme is by research mode the main assessment method is dissertation evaluation.
25 years experience in producing the best talents in the fields of Medicine and Dentistry in Malaysia
An appointed Cochrane Coordinating Centre for Malaysia
Globally experienced team of faculty whose research have enjoyed international acclaim
On-site dental clinic for clinical trial and participation
Master of Science (Dentistry) PROGRAMME
Programme Structure
Semester 1
MAJOR CORE
- Introduction to Heath Research
- Basic Biostatistics
- Research Dissertation
Semester 2-4
MAJOR CORE
- Research Dissertation
MUCM Main Research Areas at Faculty of Dentistry (FOD)
- Dental Public Health
- Dental epidemiology
- Oral radiology
- Qualitative research
- Dental implants
- Clinical trials
- Health professions educational
- Biomaterials (Dental Materials)
- Restorative / Operative dentistry
- Regenerative endodontics
- Management of discolored teeth
- Aesthetic dentistry, orthodontics
- Herbs in periodontal therapy
- Lasers in periodontal therapy
- Photo biomodulation therapy
- Oral health in marginalized population
- Social behavioral science in dentistry
- Systematic reviews and meta-analysis
- Endodontics + Advanced Endodontics
- Periodontal therapy (non-surgical and surgical)
- Interprofessional education research
- Medical education and Dental education
- Cariology (Prevention and Management of carious and non-carious lessons)
- Oral Health (promotion, management system, quality of life, literacy)
Master of Science (Dentistry) CRITERIA
Entry Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry, Allied Health Sciences or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry, Allied Health Sciences or related fields or equivalent with a minimum VGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry, Allied Health Sciences or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of five years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.
- Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) and meet the minimum CGPA based on (I) to (III)
English Requirements (International Only)
All international students must at least meet one of the following requirements:
- IELTS: 6.0
- TOEFL: 550
- MUET: Band 4
Master of Science (Dentistry) FEES
Tuition Fees
Domestic Fees
Domestic: RM 33,600
Registration
RM 500
Deposit
RM 1,000
Total Tuition fee
RM 33,600
Full-Time, 2 years (4 Semesters)
RM 8,400
Part Time, 3 years (6 Semester)
RM 5,600
Dissertation Fees
RM 1,500
International Fees
International: USD 8,000
Registration
USD 150
Deposit (Total)
USD 500
Total Tuition Fee
USD 8,000
Full-Time, 2 years (4 Semesters)
USD 2,000
Part-Time, 3 years (6 semesters)
USD 1,400 (Semester 1-5)
USD 1,000 (Semester 6)
Dissertation Fee
USD 500
*Billing/payment every 6 months
*Extended Semester fee of RM 2,000 per semester (for Domestic) and USD 500 per semester (for International)
*Alumni discount - 10% on inaugural fee
NOTES:
- Additional 10% bursary for alumni and sibling.
- All fees are subjected to change without further notice.
- MUCM or its representatives do not charge any additional fee for the service provided to prospective applicant.
*Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in the brochure. The institution reserve the rights to alter or delete any of the information included at any time and it shall not be bound by any errors or omissions and cannot accept liability in respect thereof.
Contact us
For more information or admissions counselling, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Meena Anand Kukkamalla
Head of Programme