Program Overview

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Advanced and Specialist Healthcare (Advanced Dental Clinical Practice) MSc

The MSc Advanced and Specialist Healthcare (Advanced Dental Clinical Practice) is a part-time Master's-level program that is designed for experienced healthcare practitioners who want to extend and deepen their analytical and critical reasoning powers. The program is delivered by the University of Kent's Global and Lifelong Learning (GLL) team, based at the Medway campus, and is a joint collaboration between GLL and the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) (FGDP (UK)).

Program Overview

The program is designed to be studied on a part-time basis over two academic years, with an average of four weekends per year at the Medway campus. The program fosters intellectual and professional development, allowing students to extend and deepen their analytical and critical reasoning powers, which underpin practice in areas such as organizational leadership and change, health and welfare systems, organizations and services, and advanced technical procedures and practices.

Entry Requirements

Entry to the program is via an approved articulation arrangement route, and applicants need to have successfully completed an FGDP post-registration Diploma program or other appropriate qualification, which provides 90 credits in the form of approved Accreditation of Prior Experiential and Certificated Learning (APECL). Applicants must also be working in a dental workplace setting.

Course Structure

The program is designed to be studied on a part-time basis over two academic years, with an average of four weekends per year at the Medway campus. In Year 1, students study the following core module:

• WKBL882 - Research Skills (30 credits) In Year 2, students study the following core module:
• WKBL816 - Work-related Project and Dissertation (60 credits)

Fees and Funding

The 2025/26 annual tuition fees for this course are:

• UK: £6,200
• EU: £6,200
• International: £6,200 For details of when and how to pay fees and charges, please see the Student Finance Guide. Tuition fees may be increased in the second and subsequent years of the course.

How You'll Study

The assessment strategies for the programs within the MSc Advanced and Specialist Healthcare framework are designed to support the development of academic and professional practice. Participants will be expected to show novel and fresh approaches in their application of knowledge to their practice. The assessment methods used are designed to show the depth and breadth of experiential knowledge and the relation this has to participant's professional practice.

Research and Innovation Support

The University of Kent offers a range of research and innovation support services, including research degrees, doctoral training partnerships, and researcher development programs. The university is committed to supporting the development of its students and staff, and to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Career Opportunities

The University of Kent has a strong track record of supporting the career development of its students and graduates. The university offers a range of career services, including career counseling, job fairs, and internship opportunities. The university's alumni network is also a valuable resource for students and graduates, providing opportunities for networking and career development.

Student Support and Wellbeing

The University of Kent is committed to supporting the wellbeing and success of its students. The university offers a range of student support services, including academic support, counseling, and financial assistance. The university's student union is also a valuable resource for students, providing opportunities for socializing, volunteering, and personal development.

Conclusion

The MSc Advanced and Specialist Healthcare (Advanced Dental Clinical Practice) is a part-time Master's-level program that is designed for experienced healthcare practitioners who want to extend and deepen their analytical and critical reasoning powers. The program is delivered by the University of Kent's Global and Lifelong Learning (GLL) team, based at the Medway campus, and is a joint collaboration between GLL and the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) (FGDP (UK)). The program offers a range of benefits, including the opportunity to develop advanced research skills, to extend and deepen analytical and critical reasoning powers, and to support career development and advancement.