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Doctor of Technology Dental Technology at Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

Research-focused doctorate in dental technology at DUT (NQF level 10, 360 credits), awarded on submission of a thesis. Candidates undertake original research on dental prosthetics, biomaterials, digital fabrication and patient-specific dental solutions, and develop skills in research methodology, material science and dental technologies.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Department: Department of Dental Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Thesis showing an original and substantial contribution to knowledge, independent and critical application of scientific research methods, technical competence relevant to dental technology, and ethical reasoning and professional responsibility.

Career pathways

Senior roles in research institutions, academia and specialised dental laboratories.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In addition to DUT Rule G25(1), a Master of Health Sciences in Dental Technology or equivalent, or status/advanced standing under Rule G10. Applicants must also complete all internal application and selection processes required by the Department's Research Committee. Minimum duration is two years and maximum four years of registered study.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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