Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry is a doctorate that aims to learn about a significant area of medical research and to cover subjects including general dentistry, implants, and dental surgery.
Overview
Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry is a doctorate that aims to learn about a significant area of medical research and to cover subjects including general dentistry, implants, and dental surgery. A doctoral degree offers excellent resources to support doctorates in cutting-edge research as well as to enable doctoral applicants to obtain experience in teaching and understand modern testing techniques. The curriculum emphasizes original research conducted under supervision, instructional courses, and the creation and presentation of a thesis.
For successful completion of PhD candidate should publish minimum four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.
Program Aim
The program Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry will produce professionals who can be able to:
- Impart in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of dentistry including deeper insight into current research.
- Adopt practical measures with interpersonal accuracy through effective communication within a team in the field of dentistry.
- Accept the digital and numerical skills in managing scientific solution to dental complex problems.
- Inculcate leadership quality for entrepreneurial works personally in dentistry tasks.
- Empower integrity through professionalism and ethics in dentistry related task.
Career Opportunities
The intent of the program, Doctor of Philosophy in Dentistry, is to develop scientists who are prepared for careers in teaching and research. Dental doctoral program alums can pursue careers in:
• Dental Technician
• Dental Therapist
• Dentistry Professor
Subject Highlights
Sl.No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
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1. | PHDD 801 | Research Methodology | 3 |
2. | PHDD 802 | Computer Application | 3 |
3. | PHDD 803 | Dissertation (Any one of the following specialties) | NA |
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements:
i. A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate; or
ii. Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
iii. Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by Lincoln University College.
A Bachelor’s Degree with the following conditions:
i. A Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry or related fields with first-class (CGPA of 3.67 or higher) or its equivalent from an academic or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program;
ii. Undergo internal assessment; and
iii.Any other requirements of the HEP
Bachelor’s Degree candidates who are registered for master’s degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:
i. Within 1 year for full-time and within 2 years for part-time candidates
ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation by the HEP; and
iii. Approval of the HEP Senate
English Requirements:
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.