MSc in Dental Implantology

This programme is intended for dental practitioners wishing to develop their theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience in the treatment planning, surgical placement, restoration and maintenance of dental implants. The programme has been designed to allow you to gain experience of the use of dental implants in prosthodontic treatment within a supervised environment. Knowledge is developed using distance learning modules and study days. You will also have the opportunity to carry out a research project or literature review and prepare a dissertation.

We aim to produce caring, knowledgeable and skilful practitioners competent in the provision of the surgical and restorative dental aspects of dental implant treatment within the limits of the individual clinician.

The modular programme is divided in to three sections - Certificate, Diploma and MSc levels. All students are admitted to the MSc in the first instance and can choose to exit the programme at certificate or diploma level.

Year One

Five theoretical and practical modules are delivered over a minimum of six study days during the year, as well as through distance learning material and self-directed study. Concurrent to these modules, you also attend clinical practice placements at the Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol Royal Infirmary and The Dental Implant Clinic in Bath, Somerset. During the clinical practice placements you will diagnose, treatment plan and carry out implant placement under supervision in pre-selected patients. Following the completion of Year One, candidates can exit the programme at Certificate level or proceed to Year Two.

Year Two

A further five modules are delivered over a minimum of six study days, through distance learning material, self-directed work and work-based study. In addition, you will again attend clinical practice placements. Participants are encouraged to bring patients from their own practice for whom they will diagnose, plan treatment and carry out implant placement and restoration. Upon successful completion of Years One and Two, candidates may exit the programme with the awards of a Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implantology.

Year Three

After a further year, the award of a Postgraduate Taught Masters will be achieved upon the successful completion of a dissertation.