Program Overview

Overview

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is a 3-year postgraduate program designed for qualified general dentists looking to specialize. The program prepares students for specialist registration and practice in various areas, including Dento-maxillofacial radiology, Endodontics, Oral Medicine, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, and Special needs dentistry.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry, applicants must:

• Hold a degree in dentistry from UQ (or equivalent)
• Have a minimum of two years of graduate clinical experience
• Hold general or limited registration with the Dental Board of Australia
• Have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in their previous qualification

Fields of Study

The program offers the following fields of study:

• Dento-Maxillofacial Radiology: Explore all aspects of diagnostic radiology and radiography relevant to the maxillofacial region
• Endodontics: Gain specialist knowledge and skills relevant to the discipline of endodontics
• Oral Medicine: Oral Medicine is a challenging and rewarding specialty where you'll see a large range of conditions
• Orthodontics: Explore all basic and applied aspects of orthodontics
• Periodontics: Explore basic and applied topics relevant to the discipline of periodontics
• Prosthodontics: Gain specialist knowledge and skills in crown and bridgework, complete and partial denture prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, temporomandibular joint disorders, and occlusion
• Special Needs Dentistry: This field of study provides knowledge and skills in the oral health care of people affected by an intellectual disability or medical, physical, or psychiatric conditions

Fees and Scholarships

The indicative annual fee for the program is $64,264 (2026). Additional costs include:

• Digital Camera (value at student's discretion)
• Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $80 per year)
• Annual Dental Board registration ($362)
• First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years)
• Laptop computer (value at student's discretion)
• Scrubs (approximately $90 per set)
• Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements

How to Apply

All international applications should be submitted to UQ. The program code for the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is 5616. The closing date for this program is August 31 of the previous year. Visa processing times vary, and applicants are advised to apply and accept their offer as early as possible.

Program Highlights

• Benefit from interdisciplinary learning and patient care at the state-of-the-art Oral Health Centre
• Take advantage of collegial support and interaction with leading specialists from the first week of study
• Maintain a research focus throughout the program under internationally renowned academics

Career Possibilities

Postgraduate study can lead to various careers, including:

• Orthodontist
• Periodontist
• Prosthodontist
• Specialist in special needs dentistry
• Dento-maxillofacial radiologist
• Endodontist
• Oral medicine specialist

Program Accreditation

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is accredited by the Australian Dental Council.