Master of Science in Paediatric Dentistry and Special Dental Care
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Fact sheet
| Faculty | Faculty of Medicine |
|---|---|
| Type | Advanced Master's |
| Credits | 60 |
| Language | English |
| Information | No information sessions will take place in the near future. |
The Master's
The Master of Paediatric Dentistry and Special Dental Care aims to train students who want to specialise in Paediatric Dentistry and deepen their knowledge in the multidisciplinary field of dental care. The master programme is logically combined with the part-time 'Post-graduate Certificate in Paedodontics' that basically consists of the clinical training.
My profile
The following characteristics are important: a special interest in working with children, handicapped persons and patients with special needs, a special interest in medical sciences, … Critical scientific reading, understanding of experimental methodologies, statistical analysis and interpretation skills of results constitute the typical profile of a Master of Paediatric Dentistry and Special Dental Care.
Admission requirements
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Study programme
The academic programme, spread over three years (20 credits per year) involves theoretical courses, selfstudy, preclinics and clinical demonstrations in the field of paediatric dentistry and special dental care. In particular it will provide insight in the specialized techniques and their scientific background in paediatric dentistry and special dental care.
Participation in the clinical and laboratory scientific research programmes is also part of the curriculum. The master thesis in the last year consists of 15 of the 20 credits.
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Assets
The evidence based and research oriented teaching, the multidisciplinary and integrated treatment planning and the comprehensive approach of patient treatment are characteristics of this Advanced Master's programme, which differentiates it from the initial master programme in Dentistry.
Career prospects
Holding a Master of Paediatric Dentistry and Special Dental Care allows you to work as an independent dentist or as part of a groups practice. You can also work for a clinic or a nursing home.
Registration fee
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More information
Extra admission requirements upon application
- Dutch (ILL level 5)
If you have other questions, contact:
School of Dentistry
Oral Pathology & Maxillo-Facial Surgery
Conservative Dentistry Section
UZ St.-Rafaël Kapucijnenvoer 7
B-3000 Leuven
Tel. +32 16 32 24 66
Fax +32 16 32 24 35
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