| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Regenerative Dentistry MSc
Key information
Delivery mode: In person Study mode: Full time Duration: One year full-time, September to September Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent): UK 180/ECTS 90 Application status: Open Start date: September 2025
Course essentials
This Regenerative Dentistry MSc is research-focused and centred on stem cell biology. It aims to equip you with the laboratory-based research skills you need to pursue a career in research. You’ll start learning the key concepts and basics of the science behind regenerative dentistry, including dental stem cells, iPSCs and ESCs, tooth bioengineering, and the role of stem cells in tooth repair and regeneration. You’ll then move into the laboratory and learn the basics of how to do bench work. This includes being shown how to operate certain microscopes, dissect properly and culture different organisms. Once you’ve improved your laboratory-based research skills, you’ll start conducting your own research project in the field of regenerative dentistry. This is an exciting opportunity to focus on an area of research that you’re most passionate about. For example, previous students have researched topics including:
- Salivary gland stem cells
- Stem cells in the middle ear and their role in homeostasis and repair
- Development of replacement teeth: location of stem cell niches in a range of species
- A chemical genetics screen for regulators of cranial muscle stem cells
- Dental pulp stem cells in tooth repair
- Exploring the relationship between surface free energy and osseointegration with modifiable ceramic coatings
- Embryonic tooth mesenchymal cells and bioengineering
- Periodontal tissue regeneration – evaluating different dental stem cell populations
- Neural crest stem cells and ossification of the mandible
At the end of this MSc in regenerative dentistry, you’ll be able to write a grant proposal, critically evaluate research, conduct your own research and then present your findings.
Base campus
Guy’s Campus
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, and the Institute of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience are based at the riverside Guy's Campus, next to the Shard.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
Entry requirements
UK applicants
- Standard requirements: A minimum 2:2 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
- Programme-Specific Requirements: All applicants: a dental, medical or biological sciences degree qualification
International applicants
- Equivalent International qualifications: Select a country to view the equivalent qualifications
English language requirements
- English language band: D
- To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Selection process
- Applications must be made online using King's Apply, the Admissions Portal. A non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
- Please submit a personal statement with your application, demonstrating a focused interest in the area, and explaining why you wish to apply for this course and why you feel it matches your interests, academic background and your career plans.
Personal statement and supporting information
- Personal Statement: Yes, a personal statement is required. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). Applicants must demonstrate a focused interest in regenerative dentistry and a strong academic background.
- Previous Academic Study: Yes, a copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required.
- References: Yes, one academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.
- Other: Yes, please submit a separate CV in addition to the application form.
Teaching methods - what to expect
- We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face-to-face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
Assessment
- Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include written and oral exams, reports, dissertations and coursework.
Structure
Required modules
- Regenerative Dentistry (60 credits)
- Project Design in Regenerative Dentistry (30 credits)
- Laboratory Skills in Regenerative Dentistry (30 credits)
- Laboratory Project in Regenerative Dentistry (60 credits)
Optional modules
- There are no optional modules.
Employability
- After completing this Regenerative Dentistry MSc, many alumni apply for a PhD positions at prestigious universities worldwide, pursuing successful academic careers.
Tuition Fees
UK
- Full time: £16,950 per year (2025/26)
International
- Full time: £35,800 per year (2025/26)
Deposit
- If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
- The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
Additional Costs
- In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies
- Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
- Library fees and fines
- Personal photocopies
- Printing course handouts
- Society membership fees
- Stationery
- Travel costs around London and between campuses
- Accommodation and subsistence costs
- Graduation costs
Funding
- To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
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