$28,125 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Orthodontics
- MSc in Orthodontics at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 3 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
- The MSc program provides academic and clinical experience for a successful private practice career options.
- The department provides many programs to complete the MSc degree such as :
- Dentistry
- Dental Hygiene
- Oral Biology
- Oral Medicine
- Orthodontics
- Periodontics
- The program completion will depend on the completion of program requirements including; coursework, clinical case completion, seminars, and defense of research findings (thesis).
- Students may also have an opportunity to present their research results at an international scientific meeting prior to completion of the program.
- The student-faculty ratio of this program is 21:1.
- The University of Alberta has a wide array of awards, scholarships, and prizes to assist in funding student’s graduate studies.
- The major research areas for this program are:
- Community and Public Health
- Oral Biology
- Orthodontics
- Oral Medicine
- Graduate students in this program will be prepared to challenge the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC) Fellowship national specialty examination as well as the American Board of Orthodontics exam.
- The University of Alberta's Department of Medicine is a recognized leader in innovative education, world-class research, and outstanding patient care.
- The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta is dedicated to providing learner-centered educational programs that meet the health-care needs of the communities.
- Job opportunities after MSc in Orthodontics are Dentist, Clinical Research Scientist, etc and the average salary goes up to 52,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $28125 | $28125 |
| Total Fees | $28125 | $28125 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 61 | 90 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 125 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have to complete the Doctor of Dental Surgery or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
- Students have a minimum GPA of 3.4 (B+ Grade) on the University of Alberta's 4-point scale in the last 60 units of course weight of the dental program.
Work Experience:
- The admission of the students will be based on demonstrated academic excellence, evidence of previous research experience, and the quality of letters of recommendation.
- Students have completed at least one year of experience as a licensed dentist prior to the start of the program.
- Proof of clinical involvement as a licensed dentist not later than two years prior to application is required.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students are normally required to have completed a bachelor’s degree in their academic equivalent, from an academic institution.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B Grade) based on the recent two years of full-time study (or equivalent) is required.
- Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
- Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.