MSc Endodontology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Part-time MSc for dentists to develop knowledge and clinical skills in endodontics, expanding academic, diagnostic and treatment skills to a higher level. It enables graduates to practise evidence-based dentistry at the level of a dentist with enhanced skills and provides a foundation for further training or research.

Department: Glasgow Dental Hospital & School | Duration: MSc: 36 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three years part-time: Year 1 covers Advanced Research Methods in Oral Sciences, Biological Basis of Endodontic Disease, Introduction to Oral Science Research Skills and Primary Root Canal Treatment; Year 2 covers Advanced Endodontics, Endodontic Interfaces and Tooth loss and strategies for tooth replacement; Year 3 is the Endodontology Project. Attendance is two in-person days per month at Glasgow Dental School plus online sessions and supervised clinical sessions at Glasgow Dental Hospital.

Career pathways

Enhances clinical endodontic practice and aligns with requirements for accreditation as a dentist with enhanced skills, supporting applications to work within managed clinical networks. It does not allow registration as a specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in an approved dental qualification (BDS or equivalent); 2.2 Hons may sometimes be accepted. Two years' post-graduation experience, completed Vocational Training/Dental Foundation Training, proven employment as a dentist in practice, university or NHS, and General Dental Council registration. Personal statement and CV required. International applicants: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 7.0. Application deadline 31 July 2027 for September 2027 entry (all applicants).

Intake: September

Duration: MSc: 36 months part-time

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