MSc(DentSci) Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

A two-year MSc(DentSci) for dental graduates who want to develop clinical and research skills in oral and maxillofacial surgery. It extends clinical diagnostic and treatment skills and gives a grounding in research methodology, with supervised surgical procedures on patients. Teaching is based at Glasgow Dental Hospital & School with some teaching at the Gilmorehill campus.

Department: Glasgow Dental School | Duration: 24 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

A core course covers basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences, alongside a clinical component of teaching, reflective learning and hands-on oral surgery training. Year 1 courses include Dentofacial Deformities, Dentoalveolar Surgery, Maxillofacial Trauma and Oral Pathology; Year 2 includes Cleft and Craniofacial Deformities, Temporomandibular Joint Diseases and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Research.

Career pathways

Graduates can apply for senior house officer posts in the UK or join a higher research programme leading to a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A universally recognised dental qualification, normally a Bachelor in Dental Surgery, plus relevant experience. Applicants should be registered dentists in their own countries with at least 2 years of post-qualifying experience, normally including some oral and maxillofacial surgery practice; less than 2 years may be considered for applicants with a first class honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery. A CV and a personal statement showing motivation, experience and clinical and interpersonal skills are required; shortlisted applicants are interviewed before any offer, and must be able to travel to the UK by early September for medical and PVG checks. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no component below 7.0. Application deadline for September 2027 entry: 31 July 2027. A £5,000 deposit is required from international and EU applicants.

Intake: September

Duration: 24 months full-time

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