MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice - Advanced Periodontal Practice Degree
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice is a part-time, 3-year program designed for registered UK dental hygienists or dental hygienist/therapists. It provides advanced skills and knowledge in periodontology, enabling students to provide specialized care in clinical settings. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and hands-on experience in purpose-built dental facilities. Graduates are equipped for various career opportunities, including academic teaching, clinical practice, and professional development.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice is a part-time, 3-year program designed for registered UK dental hygienists or dental hygienist/therapists. It provides an educational route to acquire advanced skills and knowledge in periodontology. The program aims to:
- Equip students with enhanced skills in advanced care, which are in high demand under the proposed new dental contract.
- Provide students with the opportunity to gain experience in purpose-built dental skills labs and clinical patient care facilities.
- Offer flexible study options to accommodate busy working lives.
- Expand students' knowledge and interests in a broad range of dental disciplines.
- Provide instruction from experienced clinicians who provide expert oral health care in clinical settings.
- Reinforce and enhance the skills required for everyday clinical practice. The program emphasizes a critical understanding of the key concepts underlying clinical periodontal practice. Students critically appraise research findings and develop their own evidence-based practice. The School of Health and Social Care collaborates with the Service User Reference Group (SURG) to ensure that the program meets the needs of patients and clients. SURG members are involved in course application processes, interview panels, teaching sessions, and research activity, providing students with valuable insights into lived experiences of health and social care.
Outline:
The MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice program is structured by credit accumulation, with modules covering various aspects of periodontology. The program is typically delivered on Thursday afternoons and evenings, with distance guided learning on alternate Thursdays to accommodate professional commitments.
Year 1:
- Component 01: CORE - Introduction and Scientific Basis of Periodontology (15 Credits): This module provides a foundation in periodontology, covering the basic science associated with periodontal disease and therapy.
- Component 02: CORE - Clinical Periodontology (15 Credits): This module focuses on the clinical aspects of periodontal disease and therapy, emphasizing their application to specialized practice.
- Component 03: CORE - Assessment Diagnosis and Treatment Planning (15 Credits): This module equips students with the skills to assess, diagnose, and plan treatments for patients with a range of periodontal diseases at an advanced level.
- Component 04: CORE - Non-Surgical Management of Periodontal Disease (15 Credits): This module provides advanced training in non-surgical management of patients with periodontal disease, covering theoretical teaching, demonstration, and clinical skills using simulation.
Year 2:
- Component 01: CORE - Surgical Management of Periodontal Disease (15 Credits): This module focuses on the advanced management of periodontal patients with complex needs, taught by clinical experts using a variety of teaching methods.
- Component 02: CORE - Complex Case Management (30 Credits): This module provides advanced training in the management of periodontal patients with complex needs.
- Component 03: CORE - Using Evidence in Health Care Practice (15 Credits): This module emphasizes digital literacy and the use of online learning to develop professional practice. It covers evidence-based practice, research methods, critical appraisal, and ethical considerations.
Final Year:
- Component 01: CORE - Dissertation (60 Credits): This final module allows students to undertake an independent research project relevant to their field of practice. Students formulate a research question, plan and carry out the project, analyze and write up the results. They can choose from primary or secondary research, audit/service evaluation, or a library-based critical literature review research project.
Assessment:
Assessment methods include coursework, portfolio vivas, clinical assessment forms, presentations, and essays. Students also conduct a research project/dissertation.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including practical skills classes, workshops, and placements to integrate theory and practice. Instruction is provided by experienced clinicians who are experts in periodontology.
Careers:
The MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice degree opens up a range of career opportunities, including:
- Academic and clinical teaching practice
- Academic development
- Development of the profession
- Enhanced clinical skills
- Enhanced professional practice
- Hospital practice
- Local professional networks, local dental committees, and British Dental Association groups
- Medico-legal (expert witnesses)
- Mentoring
Other:
The program is based at the Bromley Road Academic Dental Clinic in Colchester, which offers clinical laboratories with the latest equipment and IT facilities, including a state-of-the-art dental skills lab with simulation "phantom heads" for practice.
| Tuition Type | Fees | | ----------- | ----------- | | UK/Home | £14,300 | | International | £21,700 |
University of Essex
Overview:
The University of Essex is a public research university located in Colchester, Essex, England. It is known for its strong academic reputation, particularly in the fields of social sciences, humanities, and law. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as short courses and apprenticeships.
Services Offered:
The university provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Accommodation:
Guaranteed, affordable accommodation for new undergraduate and postgraduate students.Student Support:
A variety of support services are available to students, including academic advising, career counseling, and mental health support.Careers and Employability:
The university offers resources and programs to help students develop their career skills and find employment.Essex Sport:
A wide range of sports facilities and activities are available to students, including fitness classes, performance sport, and scholarships.Faith:
The university provides support for students of all faiths.Cost of Living Support:
The university offers financial assistance to students who are struggling with the cost of living.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Essex can expect a vibrant and diverse campus experience. The university has a strong sense of community, with a variety of clubs, societies, and events to get involved in. The university also has a beautiful campus, with green spaces, lakes, and modern facilities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong Academic Reputation:
The university is consistently ranked highly in national and international rankings.Excellent Research:
The university is a leading research institution, with a strong focus on innovation and impact.Diverse and Inclusive Community:
The university is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.Excellent Student Support:
The university provides a wide range of support services to help students succeed.Beautiful Campus:
The university has a beautiful campus, with green spaces, lakes, and modern facilities.Academic Programs:
The University of Essex offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Programs:
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, law, business, and science.Postgraduate Programs:
The university offers a wide range of postgraduate programs, including master's degrees, PhDs, and professional qualifications.Short Courses and CPD:
The university offers a variety of short courses and continuing professional development programs.Other:
The university has three campuses: Colchester, Southend, and Loughton. The Colchester campus is the main campus and is located in a beautiful parkland setting. The Southend campus is located on the seafront and offers a more urban experience. The Loughton campus is home to the university's drama school, East 15 Acting School.
The university is also home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Centre for Research in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Management (REIMI) and the Human Rights Centre.
Entry Requirements:
- UK Students:
- A relevant professional qualification and current registration with the UK General Dental Council.
- A minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.
- A degree with an overall 2.1 in a relevant subject, or relevant professional experience and qualifications that demonstrate ability to study at Masters level.
- Currently employed in a relevant field of practice.
- Successful performance at interview.
- A satisfactory Overseas Criminal Record Check/Local Police Certificate is also required, in addition to a DBS check, where you have lived outside of the UK in the last 5 years for 6 months or more. Where it is not possible to obtain an Overseas Check a relevant professional reference may be accepted.
- International & EU Students:
- We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5.
