Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry - Paediatric Dentistry in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago
University of Otago
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Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
75,168
(c. USD43,563.24)
Attendance
Full-time
The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (PGDipClinDent) offers both full-time (one-year) and part-time (two-year) study options at the Faculty of Dentistry, varying by specialization. The program delivers evidence-based clinical and academic instruction, highlighting holistic dental care through the combination of clinical and theoretical components. Emphasis is placed on up-to-date clinical knowledge and associated scientific principles. Teaching approaches include hands-on clinical work, seminars, written assignments, case studies, and problem-based learning techniques.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
Every applicant shall hold the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery of the University of Otago or another equivalent dental qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences), and be a registered dental practitioner in their country of practice or residence.
Candidates will be selected on the basis of their previous academic record (normally with a grade average of a B+ or greater), their graduate experience and academic achievements, evidence that they are committed to ongoing education, reports from three referees and postgraduate English requirements (where applicable).
Admission to the programme is limited to a number of candidates determined by the Council annually on the basis of available resources.
IELTS: overall score of 7.5, with no individual band below 7.0.
Every applicant shall hold the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery of the University of Otago or another equivalent dental qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences), and be a registered dental practitioner in their country of practice or residence.
Candidates will be selected on the basis of their previous academic record (normally with a grade average of a B+ or greater), their graduate experience and academic achievements, evidence that they are committed to ongoing education, reports from three referees and postgraduate English requirements (where applicable).
Admission to the programme is limited to a number of candidates determined by the Council annually on the basis of available resources.
IELTS: overall score of 7.5, with no individual band below 7.0.
Tuition
NZD
75,168