Program Overview

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Introduction to the Endodontics MSc Program

The Endodontics MSc program at University College London (UCL) is designed to provide students with the skills to practice endodontics independently at a tier 2 level, also defined as special interest. This full-time program can be completed over one year or part-time over two years and has a strong clinical bias.

Program Overview

The program consists of five core modules and a research dissertation, totaling 180 credits. Students will attend five days a week throughout the year, except for UCL closure days, if studying full-time. Part-time students will attend five days a week for the first 12 weeks and three days a week after that.

Modules

• Clinical Science and Research Methods
• Development of Endodontic Skills
• Basic Scientific Foundation for Endodontic Practice - Part 1
• Basic Scientific Foundation for Endodontic Practice - Part 2
• Consolidation of Clinical Endodontic Skills
• MSc in Endodontic Dissertation

Entry Requirements

All applicants must hold an approved dental qualification and have a minimum of two years' clinical experience. The English language level for this course is Level 3.

Equivalent Qualifications

International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from a list of countries. The equivalency will correspond to the broad UK degree classification stated on the page.

Careers and Employability

Many graduates of this program progress onto roles as general dental practitioners with enhanced skills in endodontics or maintain a broad practice. This course prepares students to work in roles such as:

• Practice principals
• Associate dentists
• NHS community service practitioners
• Tier 2 Endodontic Service Practitioner, NHS
• Specialty doctors at UCL Hospital
• Teaching fellows at UCL
• Part-time undergraduate teachers
• Restorative specialist trainees
• Senior dental officers at the Ministry of Defence
• Academic clinical fellows

Teaching and Learning

The program is delivered through specially designed interactive lectures and seminars. Skills laboratory simulation courses are geared towards developing cognitive and technical skills, while diagnostic clinics facilitate the development of diagnostic and treatment planning skills.

Assessment Methods

Subject-specific knowledge is assessed through an unseen written examination and an oral academic examination. Intellectual, academic, and research skills are assessed through unseen written essays, academic and clinical oral examinations, a presented dissertation, and oral examination. Practical and clinical skills are assessed through continuous assessment of simulated laboratory coursework, simulated practical tests, clinical case-logs, oral examination on an unseen simulated case, and oral examination on submitted case reports.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the program are:

• UK students: ｣41,800 (full-time), ｣20,900 (part-time)
• International students: ｣70,300 (full-time), ｣35,150 (part-time)

Additional Costs

Students may incur additional costs related to:

• Clinical Camera (estimated ｣400)
• Clinical Photographic Mirrors and retractors (estimated ｣30)
• Conference fees (estimated ｣100-｣500)

Accessibility

The department will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities. Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information can also be obtained from the UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services team.