Program Overview
The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) at the University of Sydney equips qualified dentists with advanced clinical skills in periodontics, including periodontal implants. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students gain expertise in this field and prepare for a career as periodontics specialists. The program combines clinical training, research, and mandatory professional practice work, resulting in 1824 hours of mandatory work. Graduates are eligible for registration as dental specialists with the Dental Board of Australia.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) program at the University of Sydney is designed for qualified dentists who want to specialize in periodontics. The program equips students with advanced technical skills in periodontal implants and clinical periodontics, alongside a comprehensive understanding of the field.
Objectives:
- Develop technical skills in periodontal implants and clinical periodontics.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of periodontology.
Teaching:
- Primarily clinical based with didactic sessions.
- Research project in periodontal surgery or practice under supervision of academic staff member.
- Mandatory professional practice work component, which may offer paid clinical sessions subject to contract with the Local Health District (LHD).
- Program is directed by Professor Axel Spahr.
Careers:
- Specialist practice in periodontics.
- Specialist clinic in a hospital.
- Academic researcher in clinical periodontics.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC) and approved by the Dental Board of Australia.
- Graduates can apply for registration as a dental specialist with the Dental Board of Australia (AHPRA).
- Students are required to complete 38 hours per week over 42 weeks, totaling 1824 hours of mandatory work.
- The University of Sydney is a top 20 university globally (QS World University Rankings 2024).
- The program benefits from the Sydney Dental School Simulation Centre, which provides dedicated simulation-based learning spaces for future dental practitioners.
- Students receive immersive clinical experience in the cutting-edge facilities of the Sydney Dental Hospital.
- The program offers high quality interdisciplinary collaboration across various specialisations, enhancing skills through shared patient cases and diverse clinical perspectives.
