Degree Designation
MASTER OF SCIENCE(ORTHODONTICS)
Additional advantages of the programme
The combined Master of Science and Higher Graduate Diploma Program in Orthodontics (International Program) at Mahidol University is designed to train dentists to become orthodontic specialists practicing in any healthcare settings and academia. Recognizing the evolving nature of contemporary orthodontic practice, the program strives to provide a full range of comprehensive clinical experiences including application of new technology and innovations in orthodontic practice. Graduate students participate in the diagnosis and treatment of skeletal and orthodontic problems in deciduous and mixed dentition, as well as in a multidisciplinary approach of complex adult cases. The curriculum offers extensive didactic clinical and research experiences aiming to promote critical thinking and evidence-based orthodontics. The curriculum consists of subjects with direct application in modern orthodontic practice. Examples of such subjects are craniofacial growth and development, diagnosis, treatment planning, cephalometrics, biomechanics, orthodontic treatment technics and dentofacial orthopedics, Invisalign, surgical orthodontics, TMJ function and dysfunction, craniofacial anomalies and dental sleep medicine. Concurrently, graduate students regularly attend various seminars and take part in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with oral clefts, craniofacial anomalies, and obstructive sleep apnea. Although the majority of research activities concentrating in orthodontics, research opportunities in the fields of biomedical sciences, oral biology, or epidemiology are possible. These experiences will enable graduates of the program to become highly competent orthodontists according to World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) standard.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must graduate from dental school with a D.D.S., D.M.D. or equivalent degree which is
accredited by the Office of the Education Commission with the following qualifiacations
1. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (1-4 scale). Foreign applicants are
required to submit their official class ranking in addition to GPA.
2. Applicants must have at least one year of working experience as a licensed dentist prior to the
application deadline.
3. Have and English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies.
The English exam must be taken within 24 months prior to the application deadline.
4. Other exceptions may be considered by the Program Director, committee and the Dean of
the Faculty of Graduate Studies
Curriculum Structure
Plan A2 |
|
Required Courses |
22
|
Credits |
|
Elective Courses not less than |
6
|
Credits |
|
Thesis |
12
|
Credits |
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Total not less than |
40
|
Credits |
Job option after graduation
- Orthodontist with competent in orthodontic skills
- Researcher with skills and competence in orthodontics