Program Overview

Program Overview

The Sarjana Sains Pergigian program is a research-based master's degree that aims to develop students' knowledge in the application of dental science. The program also fosters critical analysis and research skills. The clinical specialty program trains students to combine existing knowledge, skills, and experience to demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and judgment in a specific field. The program also sharpens students' decision-making skills based on clinical experience and research.

Program Structure

The program offers training in various specialties, including:

• Endodontologi
• Pergigian Rstoratif
• Bedah Mulut dan Maksilofasial
• Periodontologi
• Pergigian Pediatrik
• Ortodontik

Admission Requirements

Local Students

To apply for the master's program, students must have:

• A bachelor's degree with a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a university or institution recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
• A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from a university or institution recognized by the Senate
• Other qualifications recognized by the Senate, obtained through Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APPT)
• Fulfillment of other requirements set by the program (if applicable)
• Fulfillment of MQA requirements

International Students

To apply for the master's program, students must have:

• A bachelor's degree with a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a university or institution recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
• A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from a university or institution recognized by the Senate
• Other qualifications recognized by the Senate, obtained through Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APPT)
• Fulfillment of other requirements set by the program (if applicable)
• Fulfillment of MQA requirements

English Proficiency Requirements

1. International candidates must fulfill English proficiency requirements, such as:

• Obtaining a TOEFL (550), IELTS (6), or MUET (4) score that meets the minimum score or band required by the program
• Sitting for the English Proficiency Test (EPT) and, if failed, taking the English Proficiency Module (EPM) within a maximum of two semesters before being allowed to register for the program

2. The faculty/institute may exempt international candidates from the English proficiency requirements if they:

• Will write their thesis/dissertation in Malay/Arabic
• Have academic qualifications obtained from a local university recognized by the Senate
• Are from a country where English is the official language or have academic qualifications obtained from an institution that uses English as the medium of instruction

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program are as follows:

• Please contact the Academic Management Center for more information

Program Duration

The program duration is:

• 2 to 4 semesters for full-time study
• 4 to 8 semesters for part-time study

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in various areas, including:

• Dental science
• Clinical specialties

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program will have the knowledge and research skills required to pursue a career in academia or industry, particularly in fields that require professional scientists in research and development. They will also have opportunities to join graduate associations, which offer benefits such as networking, career development, and learning opportunities.