The University of Western Australia

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The DClinDent is a degree by coursework and includes a supervised research project and report. Coursework covers topics in biostatistics, research methodology, oral and maxillofacial radiography and radiology, practical aspects of specialist dentistry and discipline-oriented research. The program involves didactic teaching, weekly seminars, journal clubs and clinics combined with a supervised research project. Interdisciplinary teaching and research opportunities are available. The research methodology and the research project are worth 25 per cent of the degree. The research work must be presented as a formal research report/dissertation, and in some disciplines there may be an extra requirement that the research report must be submitted to suitable professional journals for consideration for publication. Additional training is provided in the practical aspects of extended patient care and patient-oriented research in the specialised field of dentistry, including the ethics of clinical research and effective communication of clinical research results.

Delivery mode

The University of Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 35 Stirling Highway, Perth

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have:

  1. (a) a Bachelor of Dental Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognized by UWA;
  2. (b) at least two years of full-time professional experience or equivalent in the practice of general dentistry;
  3. (c) current registration as a dentist in Australia.

Applicants must be eligible and remain registered for the duration of the course.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $131,100 $222,900 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$131,100
Standard Tuition:
$222,900
Full Fee Tuition:
$131,100
Full Fee Tuition:
$222,900
Enquire with The University of Western Australia to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $131,100 $222,900 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry will prepare you for the following roles.

Endodontist

Endodontists are qualified dentists who specialise in the treatment of tooth pulpitis and restorative treatments such as root canal therapy, dental...

Avg yearly income $197,600
Entry barriers Low

Prosthodontist

Prosthodontists are qualified dentists who specialise in the design and installation of prosthetic devices for your teeth and mouth. They help pati...

Avg yearly income $325,000
Entry barriers Low

Periodontist

Periodonists are qualified dentists who focus on the treatment of periodontal disease as well as injuries and diseases affecting the gums and tissu...

Avg yearly income $100,880
Entry barriers Low

Orthodontist

Orthodontists are qualified dentists who focus on straightening teeth, fixing jaw alignment problems, and helping their clients achieve a beautiful...

Avg yearly income $137,280
Entry barriers Low

Dentist

A Dentist provides oral health treatments and procedures at a dental practice or oral health clinic. You might examine patients’ teeth and gums and...

Avg yearly income $152,360
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Western Australia

Just 10 minutes from Perth city, UWA is located on the banks of the Swan River, or Derbal Yerrigan, on the land of the Whadjuk Nation.

We have the immense privilege of sitting on the sacred soil where Western Australian kaartdijin, or knowledge, began. It has been a place to gather and learn for tens of thousands of years, with stories and lessons shared from generation to generation of the world’s oldest continuous culture.

Today, we welcome you to continue seeking and sharing wisdom with us. Our students take their learning beyond the books, at the cutting edge of knowledge creation, from passionate lecturers with real industry experience and connections. We’ll support them in their learning journeys and help set them up for a career they’ll love.

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