Program Overview

Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics

The Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics at Ajman University is a three-year, full-time program designed to provide students with an immersive and advanced clinical experience in prosthodontics, digital dentistry, dental implantology, and aesthetic dentistry.

Introduction

The program focuses on developing practical skills and applying evidence-based clinical practices while fostering compassionate patient care and promoting innovative research within the field of prosthodontics. It incorporates the latest techniques and applications in digital dentistry, and students are trained to manage complex clinical cases requiring prosthodontic, implant, and aesthetic interventions.

Mission Statement

The Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics at Ajman University aims to cultivate competent, ethically responsible, and research-driven specialists through advanced clinical training, scholarly inquiry, and community engagement, empowering graduates to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based prosthodontic care and to lead in the advancement and sustainability of regional and international oral healthcare systems.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• The minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) required is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent in the applicant's bachelor's degree in Dentistry (BDS or DDS).
• An Equivalency Certificate issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the UAE is required for Bachelor's degrees obtained from universities outside the UAE.
• Achieving the minimum required score on an English proficiency test, with a valid certificate:
  • IELTS Academic: Minimum overall band score of 6.0
  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 550 (ITP), 213 (Computer-based) or 79 (Internet-based)
• Two letters of recommendation from prosthodontics course coordinators who have known the applicant and can attest to their proficiency in prosthodontics.
• Interview: Applicants for the Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics program will be interviewed by two senior staff members to assess their suitability for the program.
• Medical Clearance: The applicant must be medically fit to study, and their immunization status against blood-borne infectious diseases must be verified.

Conditional Admissions

A student may be considered for conditional admission to the Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics program under certain circumstances, including:

• Conditional Admission Due to Non-Fulfillment of Cumulative GPA Requirement
• Conditional Admissions Due to Non-fulfillment of English Proficiency Requirement

Evaluation Criteria for Postgraduate Program Applications

Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:

1. Evaluation of academic performance based on CGPA
2. Entrance Examination at the Undergraduate Level
3. Post-Internship Clinical Experience
4. Interview Assessment
5. English Language Proficiency Score (IELTS or Equivalent)
6. Additional Dental Certifications (INBDE, NBDE, MFD, etc.)
7. Prior involvement in the college as a volunteer or part-time participant

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must:

1. Successfully complete the required 82 credit hours with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of no less than 3.0
2. Complete the treatment of assigned patients as per the program's clinical requirements
3. Submit a written research thesis and successfully defend it before an examination committee

Program Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the MClinDent - Prosthodontics program, graduates will be able to:

Knowledge

1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and a comprehensive theoretical, practical, and real-world understanding of basic and applied sciences in prosthodontics and implantology
2. Demonstrate comprehensive and up-to-date highly specialized knowledge of principles, ethics, behavior, technical skills, laboratory techniques, best clinical practices, and professionalism in prosthodontics and dental implantology
3. Demonstrate broad knowledge of basic and clinical research, including analytical methods, to critically appraise scientific papers, engage in informed discussions, and solve complex challenges with flexible and innovative solutions

Skills

1. Demonstrate and apply advanced cognitive skills and intellectual independence in analyzing diverse information sources and utilizing evidence-based approaches to make informed clinical decisions, solve complex problems, and design optimal treatment plans
2. Apply critical thinking to evaluate existing knowledge, adhere to systematic research methods, critically analyze scientific literature, and develop the skills needed to design and conduct research while ensuring compliance with ethical standards and best research practices
3. Demonstrate exceptional communication skills in patient interactions, interdisciplinary teamwork, and professional collaborations to ensure high-quality prosthodontic care and optimal treatment outcomes
4. Independently conceptualize, plan, and perform complex prosthodontic procedures with exceptional precision and expertise, integrating interdisciplinary approaches while upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence and ethical integrity
5. Implement best clinical practices and adopt a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to preventive, restorative, and prosthodontic care while upholding the highest ethical, clinical, and evidence-based standards in modern dentistry

Responsibility

1. Demonstrate self-direction, autonomy, and the ability to self-evaluate when analyzing and critically assessing intricate concepts, while effectively discussing them with peers and other professionals
2. Demonstrate responsible citizenship, professional practice management aptitude, and take responsibility for critical decisions and governance while considering social and cultural norms
3. Practice professional spectatorship, engagement, and leadership qualities while instilling values and morals when working in a team or collaborating with other healthcare professionals
4. Demonstrate the ability to initiate, oversee, and manage professional tasks within a challenging environment while fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration
5. Develop critical thinking and lifelong learning skills for self-development, enabling the management and formulation of possible solutions to complex ethical, moral, clinical, and research issues as part of professional growth