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Program Overview
Introduction to the Dentistry Program
The Dentistry program at Rey Juan Carlos University is designed to train professionals with adequate knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competences to serve society by satisfying its health demands, both in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, ethically, efficiently, and safely.
Program Overview
The program is based on a curriculum that includes various modules, each focusing on different aspects of dentistry, such as common basic knowledge, basic knowledge of the branch and basic biomedical sciences relevant to dentistry, required knowledge, external internships, and academic recognition of credits.
Modules
- Module 1: Common Basic Knowledge
- ECTS Credits: 6
- Character: Basic Formation
- Temporary unit: Semiannual
- Previous requirements: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Evaluation systems: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Training activities: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Description of the competences by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- SUBJECTS:
- Subject 1.3 Language (6 ECTS credits)
- Module 2: Module of Basic Knowledge of Branch and Basic Biomedical Sciences Relevant to Dentistry
- ECTS Credits: 57 (BRANCH BASIC KNOWLEDGE: 51, RELEVANT BASIC BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES IN DENTISTRY: 6)
- Character: Basic Formation
- Temporary unit: Semiannual and/or Annual
- Previous requirements: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Evaluation systems: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Training activities: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects: The following subject is considered to have basic training content, since it is essential for the student to acquire the specific skills of the mandatory subjects:
- Introduction to the Clinic of the adult, child and adolescent patient.
- Description of the competences by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- SUBJECTS (BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF BRANCH):
- Subject 2.1 Human Anatomy (Human Anatomy 12, ECTS credits)
- Subject 2.2 Biology (General and Oral Human Cytology and Histology 7.5 ECTS credits)
- Subject 2.3 Physiology (Human Physiology 10.5 ECTS credits)
- Subject 2.4 Psychology (Psychology 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 2.5 Biochemistry (Human Biochemistry 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 2.6 Statistics (Statistics applied to Health Sciences. Epidemiology. 9 ECTS credits)
- SUBJECTS (BASIC BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES RELEVANT TO DENTISTRY):
- Subject 2.7 Microbiology (General and Oral Microbiology 6 ECTS credits)
- Module 3: Required Knowledge Module
- ECTS Credits: 189
- Character: Required
- Temporary unit: Semiannual and/or Annual
- Prerequisites: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Evaluation systems: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Training activities: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects:
- Description of the competences by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- SUBJECTS:
- Subject 3.1 Introduction to Dentistry (Introduction to the Clinic of adult, child and adolescent patients. 9 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.2 Introduction to Dentistry (Preventive and Community Dentistry I 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.3 Introduction to Dentistry (Preventive and Community Dentistry II 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.4 Introduction to Dentistry (Dental Materials 9 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.5 Introduction to Dentistry (Dental Surgery: Bases and Laboratory. 4.5 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.6 Introduction to Dentistry (History of Dentistry 3 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.7 Introduction to Dentistry (Forensic and Legal Dentistry 3 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.8 General Medical-Surgical Pathology and Therapeutics (General Surgical Pathology 9 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.9 General Medical-Surgical Pathology and Therapeutics (Oral Pathological Anatomy 4.5 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.10 General Medical-Surgical Pathology and Therapeutics (General Medical Pathology 9 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.11 Pathology and General Medical-Surgical Therapeutics (Pharmacology 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.12 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Dental Prosthesis I 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.13 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Dental Prosthesis II 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.14 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Oral Radiology 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.15 Dental Therapeutic Pathology (Dental Pathology and Therapeutics I 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.16 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Dental Pathology and Therapeutics II 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.17 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Orthodontics I 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.18 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Orthodontics II 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.19 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Oral Medical Pathology and Periodontics I 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.20 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Oral Medical Pathology and Periodontics II 6 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.21 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Oral Surgical Pathology 12 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.22 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Pediatric Dentistry 9 ECTS credits)
- Subject 3.23 Therapeutic Dental Pathology (Dental Clinic for Special Patients and Gerodontology 9 ECTS credits)
- Module 5: External Internship Module
- ECTS Credits: 36
- Character: External Internships
- Temporary unit: Annual
- Previous requirements: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Evaluation systems: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Training activities: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects:
- Description of the competences by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- SUBJECTS:
- Subject 5.1 Supervised Practices (Integrated Children's Dental Clinic 18 ECTS credits)
- Subject 5.2 Supervised Practices (Integrated Dental Clinic for Adults 18 ECTS credits)
- Module 6: Academic Recognition of Credits Module
- ECTS Credits: 6
- Character: Academic Recognition of Credits
- Temporary unit: Semiannual
- Previous requirements: There are no prerequisites
- Evaluation systems: Certificate of having carried out the activity.
- Training activities: Attendance at related activities such as conferences, seminars, etc. to complement the acquired knowledge.
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects:
- Description of the skills by module or subject: The module aims for the student to complement their training with attendance at conferences, seminars or other cultural, sports, student representation, solidarity and cooperation university activities.
- Module 7: End of Degree Project
- ECTS Credits: 6
- Character: End of Degree Project
- Temporary unit: Semiannual
- Previous requirements: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Evaluation systems: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Training activities: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
- Observations/Clarifications by module or subjects:
- Description of the competences by module or subjects: See ANNEX III. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE DEGREE
Recommended Income Profile
Regarding the recommended entry profile, no restriction is placed other than that established by law (PAU), although the student who accesses these teachings should have, apart from training in health sciences essential to pursue these studies, the following features:
- Aptitude for the precise handling of instruments, with adequate manual dexterity
- Special attention for prophylaxis and hygiene, presenting a capacity of order oriented for long periods of time.
- Capacity for perception, attention and analysis.
- Special empathy and ability to understand patients
- Tact, delicacy and ability to listen and understand the patient.
- Ability to adapt to the environment and to the changes demanded by science and society.
Objectives
The fundamental objective of the Curriculum in Dentistry is to train a professional with adequate knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competences, who is trained to serve society by satisfying its health demands, both in its prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, ethically, efficiently, and safely. This professional must appreciate the need for professional development and continuous training throughout life, must be able to efficiently use advances in knowledge and technology and understand the central role of the patient in therapeutic decision-making.
Competences
The program aims to develop various competences in students, including:
Professional values, attitudes and ethical behaviors.
- Know the essential elements of the dental profession, including ethical principles and legal responsibilities.
- Understand the importance of such principles for the benefit of the patient, society and the profession, with special attention to professional secrecy.
- Know how to identify the patient's concerns and expectations, as well as communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, with patients, family members, the media and other professionals.
- Understand and recognize the social and psychological aspects relevant to the treatment of patients.
- Know how to apply the principles of anxiety and stress control on oneself, on patients and on other members of the dental team.
- Understand the importance of developing a professional practice that respects the patient's autonomy, their beliefs and culture.
- Promote autonomous learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as motivation for quality.
- Know how to share information with other health professionals and work as a team.
- Understand the importance of keeping and using records with patient information for later analysis, preserving the confidentiality of the data.
- Know and identify the psychological and physical problems derived from gender violence to train students in prevention, early detection, assistance, and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence.
Scientific foundations of dentistry. Acquisition and critical assessment of information.
- Understand the basic biomedical sciences on which Dentistry is based to ensure correct oral and dental care.
- Understand and recognize the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic apparatus, at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organic levels, in the different stages of life.
- Understand and recognize the science of biomaterials essential for dental practice as well as the immediate management of possible allergies to them.
- Learn about the general processes of the disease, including infection, inflammation, alterations of the immune system, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic alterations and genetic disorders.
- Be familiar with the general pathological characteristics of diseases and disorders that affect organic systems, specifically those that have oral repercussions.
- Understand the fundamentals of action, indications and efficacy of drugs and other therapeutic interventions, knowing their contraindications, interactions, systemic effects and interactions with other organs, based on the available scientific evidence.
- Understand and recognize the principles of ergonomics and safety at work (including cross-infection control, radiation protection, and occupational and biological diseases).
- Know, critically assess and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organize, interpret and communicate scientific and health information.
- Know the scientific method and have the critical capacity to assess established knowledge and new information. Being able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically assess information for problem solving, following the scientific method.
Clinical skills: Diagnosis, prognosis and planning of dental treatment.
- Obtain and prepare a clinical history containing all the relevant information.
- Know how to carry out a complete oral examination, including the appropriate complementary radiographic and exploration tests, as well as obtaining adequate clinical references
- Have the ability to make an initial diagnostic judgment and establish a reasoned diagnostic strategy, being competent in recognizing situations that require urgent dental care.
- Establish the diagnosis, prognosis and adequate therapeutic planning in all clinical areas of Dentistry, being competent in the diagnosis, prognosis and preparation of the dental treatment plan for patients requiring special care, including medically compromised patients (such as diabetics, hypertensive, immunosuppressed, anticoagulated, among others) and patients with disabilities.
- Recognize life-threatening situations and know how to perform basic life support maneuvers.
Clinical skills: Dental therapy.
- Know and apply the basic treatment of the most common oral pathology in patients of all ages. Therapeutic procedures should be based on the concept of minimal invasion and on a global and integrated approach to oral treatment.
- Know how to plan and carry out multidisciplinary, sequential and integrated dental treatments of limited complexity in patients of all ages and conditions and in patients who require special care.
- Plan and propose preventive measures appropriate to each clinical situation.
- Acquire clinical experience under proper supervision.
Public health and health systems.
- Recognize the determinants of oral health in the population, both genetic and lifestyle-dependent, demographic, environmental, social, economic, psychological and cultural.
- Recognize the role of the dentist in prevention and protection actions against oral diseases, as well as in the maintenance and promotion of health, both at an individual and community level.
- Know the National Health System, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and proper use of health resources, understanding the importance of the role of the dentist in the field of Primary Health Care.
Minimum Stay Requirements
- The permanence of the students in the Degree studies will be a maximum of eight years for full-time students. Part-time students may request an extension of up to two more years from the Rector.
- In Bachelor's degrees lasting more than 240 credits (4 years), the maximum of the previous section will be increased by one more year for every 60 ECTS credits that are added to the 240 ECTS.
- Students must pass a minimum of two subjects in the first year. Students studying part-time must pass at least one subject in their first academic year.
- Students who are studying any official Bachelor's degree at the Rey Juan Carlos University may make a maximum of four registrations to pass each of the subjects of the study plan, without counting previous cancellations of the same.
Minimum Number of ECTS Credits by Type of Enrollment and Course
Full-time students:
- 1st Course: 48 ECTS (minimum), 78 ECTS (maximum)
- Other courses: 48 ECTS (minimum), 78 ECTS (maximum)
Part-time students:
- 1st Course: 24 ECTS (minimum), 47 ECTS (maximum)
- Other courses: 24 ECTS (minimum), 47 ECTS (maximum)
Access and Registration
Access
Access to the official teachings of Degree will require to be in possession of the bachelor's degree or equivalent and the passing of the test referred to in article 42 of the Organic Law 6/2001, of Universities, modified by Law 4/2007, of April 12, without prejudice to the other access mechanisms provided for by current regulations.
Registration
The enrollment process at the Rey Juan Carlos University is done through the Internet.
Training Itinerary
The training itinerary includes various subjects and modules that provide students with a comprehensive education in dentistry.
Material Resources
The university provides various material resources to support student learning, including libraries, laboratories, and clinical facilities.
Quality Guarantee
The university has a quality guarantee system in place to ensure that the program meets the highest standards of quality and excellence.
Internal Quality Assurance System
The internal quality assurance system is designed to monitor and evaluate the program's quality and effectiveness, and to identify areas for improvement.
Results Report
The results report provides information on the program's outcomes, including student satisfaction, employment rates, and further study rates.
Improvement Actions
The program's quality assurance system identifies areas for improvement and implements actions to address these areas and enhance the program's quality and effectiveness.
Renewal of Accreditation
The program's accreditation is renewed periodically, and the university must demonstrate that the program continues to meet the highest standards of quality and excellence.
History
The program has a long history of providing high-quality education and training in dentistry, and has undergone various evaluations and accreditations to ensure its continued quality and effectiveness.
Tracking
The program's tracking system monitors student progress and outcomes, and provides information on the program's effectiveness and areas for improvement.
Ordinary and Special Monitoring
The program is subject to ordinary and special monitoring to ensure that it continues to meet the highest standards of quality and excellence.
General Information Collection Plan
The general information collection plan outlines the data that will be collected to evaluate the program's quality and effectiveness, and to identify areas for improvement.
Improvement Actions
The program's quality assurance system identifies areas for improvement and implements actions to address these areas and enhance the program's quality and effectiveness.
Student Support Programs
The university provides various student support programs, including academic tutorials, mentoring, and career guidance, to support student success and well-being.
Quality
The university is committed to quality and excellence in all aspects of its operations, including teaching, research, and community engagement.
Internal Quality Assurance System
The internal quality assurance system is designed to monitor and evaluate the program's quality and effectiveness, and to identify areas for improvement.
Quality of Degrees and Centers
The university's degrees and centers are subject to evaluation and accreditation to ensure that they meet the highest standards of quality and excellence.
Seals and Recognitions
The university has received various seals and recognitions for its commitment to quality and excellence.
PGRI: Surveys and Indicators
The university uses various surveys and indicators to evaluate the program's quality and effectiveness, and to identify areas for improvement.
Teaching Guides
The university provides teaching guides to support faculty in their teaching and to ensure that the program's curriculum is delivered effectively.
Teaching
The university is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences for its students.
Institutional Accreditation
The university is accredited by various external agencies, which ensures that its programs meet the highest standards of quality and excellence.
Suggestions, Complaints and Congratulations Mailbox
The university has a mailbox for suggestions, complaints, and congratulations, which provides a mechanism for students and faculty to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Advice, Training and Dissemination of Quality Culture
The university provides advice, training, and dissemination of quality culture to support faculty and staff in their roles and to promote a culture of quality and excellence.
Contact
The university provides contact information for its faculty and staff, which enables students and others to communicate with them and to seek support and guidance.
Links of Interest
The university provides links to various resources and websites that are of interest to students and faculty, and that support the program's curriculum and learning objectives.