Master of Science [M.S] - Master [2 Years]
$10,479 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Dentistry

  • Master of Science in Dentistry at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
  • Dentistry is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases.
  • The area of research for the Dentistry program are:
    • Dentistry 
    • Dental Hygiene 
    • Oral Biology 
    • Oral Medicine 
    • Orthodontics 
    • Periodontics
  • During the dental courses, it will focus on general medicine, oral anatomy, dental practice emergencies, oral histology, periodontics, dental hygiene, dental pharmacology.
  • The requirements for this degree consist of coursework, completion of a research project, and preparation of a thesis.
  • The student-faculty ratio for this program is 21:1.
  • The university provides the flexibility to complete the program in 2-3 years.
  • Students should be prepared to support themselves for the duration of their selected program, although funding from scholarships and studentships may be obtained on a competitive basis.
  • The University provides students with a unique hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs and instruction from the award-winning faculty in world-class facilities.
  • The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta provides opportunities for the students to involved in the community and gain experience working with non-profit organizations.
  • Job opportunities after MSc Dentistry are Dental surgeon, Consultant, Dental hygienist, etc and the average salary goes up to 42,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $10479 $10479
Total Fees $10479 $10479

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 95 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7 9 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 310 340 2
PTE Pearson Test of English 65 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 125 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students are required to have completed a DDS or equivalent degree from an academic institution, recognized by the University of Alberta.
  • Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B Grade) on the University of Alberta's 4-point scale based on the recent two years of full-time study.

Work Experience Eligibility:

  • The program is research-oriented, consisting of didactic courses, original research carried out under supervision, and preparation and completion of a thesis.
  • Admission will be based on demonstrated academic excellence, evidence of previous research experience, and the quality of letters of recommendation.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year UG degree with a 60% score i.e first-class division in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B Grade) based on the recent two years of full-time study (or equivalent) is required.

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.