Entry requirements

MPhil: A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a science or medicine related subject. PhD: A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Further research experience or a master’s degree would be advantageous.

Months of entry

January, September, April

Course content

With our world-class reputation, renowned experts and new research facilities, we are well placed to offer dentistry and dental research opportunities of the highest international standard.

As a postgraduate research student studying for a Dental Sciences MPhil or PhD, you will be based within the Faculty of Medical Sciences.

The programme is delivered in the School of Dental Sciences, the Centre for Oral Health Research (COHR) and the Faculty in addition to the relevant Biomedical Research Institutes for:

If your research involves clinical components there may be a partnership with the NHS.

Department specialisms

Translational oral biosciences; oral healthcare and epidemiology; biomaterials and biological interfaces

Information for international students

To study this course you need to meet the following English Language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all other sub-skills).

Fees and funding

See our programme fees and funding web page.

Qualification and course duration

PhD

full time

36 months

part time

72 months

MPhil

full time

12 months

part time

24 months

Course contact details

Name: Dr Paula Waterhouse, Regional Research Student Advisor, School of Dental Sciences
Email: medpg-enquiries@ncl.ac.uk

Phone: +44 (0) 191 208 7353

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