Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics MClinDent program is a 4-year postgraduate program that focuses on enhancing clinical skills in restorative dentistry. Delivered primarily online with intensive face-to-face training blocks, the program aims to advance knowledge and skills in fixed and removable prosthodontics, enabling graduates to treat a wider variety of dental patients. The program emphasizes complex multi-disciplinary dental problems and provides a global perspective on various approaches to prosthodontics.
Program Outline
Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics MClinDent
Degree Overview
#Overview
This 4-year postgraduate program, starting in January 2025, focuses on fixed and removable prosthodontics, enabling you to treat a wider variety of dental patients. Delivered primarily online, the course also includes intensive face-to-face training blocks in London or Dubai.
#Objectives
The program aims to:
- Enhance your clinical skills in restorative dentistry.
- Improve your ability to treat complex multi-disciplinary dental problems.
- Advance your knowledge and skills in fixed and removable prosthodontics.
- Develop your clinical practice through the online and face-to-face training blocks.
- #Description This course emphasizes complex multi-disciplinary dental problems, such as tooth wear, aesthetics, and occlusion. You will learn to manage these issues while working within the dental practice setting. Dr. Millar, the course director, has a proven track record of helping dental professionals achieve their postgraduate goals and advance their clinical skills in restorative dentistry. The online delivery allows you to study from anywhere in the world, while the intensive face-to-face training blocks in London or Dubai (optional) offer hands-on experience at world-class training facilities.
Outline
#Content and structure
The program consists of online learning and face-to-face training blocks held in London or Dubai (your choice). The online modules feature interactive content, discussions, and seminars, while the face-to-face sessions provide hands-on training and guidance.
#Course schedule
The program spans four years, with online learning throughout and intensive face-to-face training blocks in the first three years:
Year 1:
11 consecutive days in London or 10 days in Dubai.
Year 2:
9 consecutive days in London or 9 days in Dubai.
Year 3:
9 consecutive days in London or 9 days in Dubai.
#Modules
The program features the following modules:
Year 1:
- Introduction to Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics (30 credits)
- Treatment Planning & Preparation of the Mouth (30 credits)
- Complete Dentures (30 credits)
- Face-to-face training block
Year 2:
- Fixed Prosthodontics (30 credits)
- Aetiology & Management of Tooth Wear (30 credits)
- Biomaterials Science (30 credits)
- Face-to-face training block
Year 3:
- Advanced Prosthodontics (30 credits)
- Prosthodontic Care for Medically/Clinically Compromised Patients & Elderly People (30 credits)
- Statistics & Epidemiology (30 credits)
- Face-to-face training block
Year 4:
- FRP: Clinical (30 credits)
- Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics Research Report
Assessment
Assessment methods vary depending on the module but typically involve a mix of exams and assignments. The FRP Clinical module is assessed through a portfolio of case work, while the FRP Research module is assessed by a dissertation. You can take exams in London or, for overseas students, at centers in their country of residence. The program also emphasizes the reflective development of clinical skills, requiring students to build a log of their work in their own practice.
Teaching
#Teaching methods
The program uses various teaching methods, including online lectures, seminars, tutorials, and face-to-face training. Students also participate in discussion groups and online interactions with expert tutors and fellow students.
#Faculty
The program features experienced clinical tutors and academics, many of whom are world leaders in their field.
#Unique approach
The program adopts a global perspective, teaching a wide range of approaches to fixed and removable prosthodontics. This allows students to broaden their understanding and learn from diverse approaches.
Careers
#Employability
Graduates have successfully entered various roles, including:
- General practice with increased confidence and skill
- Independent practice
- Teaching positions in universities
- #Career paths and opportunities The program opens doors to various career paths, including specializing in fixed and removable prosthodontics, opening your own practice, or pursuing a teaching career in dentistry.
Other
#Clinical access and facilities
Students must have access to adequate clinical facilities and patients requiring treatment relevant to the course.
#Equipment
Students are required to have:
- High-quality internet access
- Computer equipment including headset, microphone, and webcam The course encourages students to utilize clinical operating loupes with or without headlamp illumination to enhance their clinical development.
- #Learning resources Students have access to King's libraries, bibliographic databases, and online learning resources.
- #Society and conference membership
Conclusion
The Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics MClinDent program offers a comprehensive and flexible approach to advancing your clinical skills in restorative dentistry. With a blended learning format, experienced faculty, and a focus on practical experience, this program can equip you for success in your dental career.
UK: Part time: £15,840 per year (2024-2025) International: Part time: £15,840 per year (2024-2025) These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions. Deposit The deposit will be credited towards your total fee payment. If you receive an offer between 1 June and 30 August, payment is due within one month of receiving the offer. If you receive an offer between 1 September and 31 October, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the offer. If you receive an offer between 1 November and 30 November, payment is due within one week from the offer date. If you receive an offer from 1 December, payment is due within three days from the offer date.
- Depending on your country of residence, you may also have to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST) in addition to your tuition fees. Additional Costs Travel, accommodation and subsistence for the face-to-face training blocks in London or Dubai during years 1 , 2 and 3. High quality internet access and connection for tutorials with minimum speeds of 2Mbps down and 3Mbps up. Computer equipment including headset, microphone and webcam. Since this is a clinical skills programme the majority of students find that they benefit from use of clinical operating loupes with or without headlamp illumination in order to facilitate their clinical development. Library fees and fines. Personal photocopies and printing of course materials. Society membership fees. Conference attendance (optional). Stationery. Graduation costs. Access to reasonable and compliant equipment and materials will be expected.
