Program Overview

Programme: MChD Periodontics and Oral Medicine

The MChD Periodontics and Oral Medicine programme is a four-year degree offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria. The programme is designed to provide advanced training in periodontics and oral medicine, with a strong focus on research and clinical practice.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• BChD (or equivalent) degree
• Registration as a dentist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the category Independent Practice

Examinations and Pass Requirements

The examination and evaluation in the major subject are determined by the relevant head of department. To pass the programme, students must meet the following requirements:

1. Pass all prerequisite subjects
2. Complete all applicable training as prescribed by the relevant head of department
3. Complete the required research component for the degree
4. Submit and pass a dissertation on an approved topic related to the major subject
5. Submit a manuscript for publication as required

Exemption

Exemption may be granted by the Dean, on the recommendation of the relevant head of department, by virtue of comparable training and/or experience in terms of the requirements of School Regulations.

Pass with Distinction

A student who obtains a final mark of at least 75% (with the first attempt) in the major subject qualifies to obtain the degree with distinction. An MChD student who has obtained at least 75% with the first attempt in both their major subject and the dissertation will receive the degree with distinction.

Core Modules

The programme consists of the following core modules:

• ANA 873: Anatomy 873 (36 credits)
• APA 808: General pathology 808 (24 credits)
• EHR 800: Ethics and human rights 800 (0 credits)
• FAR 870: Pharmacology 870 (24 credits)
• FSG 806: Physiology 806 (36 credits)
• MDB 800: Oral biology 800 (24 credits)
• MPG 803: Oral pathology 803 (24 credits)
• ORD 800: Orthodontics 800 (36 credits)
• PDL 891: Dissertation: Periodontics and oral medicine 891 (180 credits)
• PMG 802: Periodontics and oral medicine 802 (24 credits)
• PRD 802: Prosthodontics 802 (24 credits)
• TNM 802: Applied research methodology 802 (0 credits)

Programme Structure

The programme is structured over four years, with a minimum duration of study of four years. The total credits for the programme are 480, and the NQF level is 09.

General Regulations

The General Regulations (G Regulations) apply to all faculties of the University of Pretoria. It is expected of students to familiarise themselves well with these regulations as well as with the information contained in the General Rules section. Ignorance concerning these regulations and rules will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression.