Higher Diploma

The Higher Diploma in Dentistry is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced education and professional specialization in a selected dental field.
The program is structured over approximately two academic years, according to the applicable postgraduate regulations and curriculum.

First Stage: Academic Coursework

During the academic component, students undertake two major courses, with each course designed to provide advanced theoretical and professional knowledge related to the student's specialty.
The coursework focuses on:

•Advanced knowledge in the selected dental specialty.
•Contemporary concepts and developments in dentistry.
•Clinical diagnosis and treatment principles.
•Evidence-based dental practice.
•Scientific and academic skills.
•Research methodology and critical appraisal of scientific literature.
•Development of professional and analytical abilities.

Students are required to successfully complete the prescribed coursework and satisfy the academic requirements established by the College and the relevant higher-education regulations.

Final Comprehensive Examination

Following completion of the required academic courses, students undertake a comprehensive examination.
The comprehensive examination evaluates the student's overall knowledge and understanding of the subjects studied during the program. It is intended to assess the student's ability to integrate theoretical knowledge, clinical concepts, scientific principles, and specialty-specific information.
Successful completion of the comprehensive examination is an essential component of completing the Higher Diploma program.

Purpose of the Higher Diploma

The Higher Diploma is intended to produce dentists with advanced knowledge and professional competence in a specific field of dentistry. It provides an important postgraduate qualification for dentists who wish to enhance their clinical expertise, academic knowledge, and professional development.