Doctor in Periodontology Pg

Doctor in Periodontology Pg is a PhD program taught at Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Intake: October. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Full-time: Minimum: 6 semester (3 years) Maximum: 10 semeste) options.

The Doctor in Periodontology (DrPerio) is a full-time postgraduate clinical and research training programme. It includes structured coursework, intensive supervised clinical training, structured research activities, and professional development. Students study Periodontics and Periodontology Research through core courses including GGR601 Periodontics 1, GGR602 Periodontology Research 1, GGR701 Periodontics 2, GGR702 Periodontology Research 2, GGR801 Periodontics 3, and GGR802 Periodontology Research 3.

The programme runs across six semesters and trains students to diagnose, prevent, and manage complex periodontal and peri-implant diseases. Training includes supervised clinical and research work, with emphasis on critical thinking, clinical governance, leadership, communication, and applying digital technologies in periodontology. After completion, graduates are prepared to serve as specialists, researchers, educators, and leaders in patient care, professional practice, and periodontal science.

Modules

• GGR601 Periodontics 1
• GGR602 Periodontology Research 1
• GGR701 Periodontics 2
• GGR702 Periodontology Research 2
• GGR801 Periodontics 3
• GGR802 Periodontology Research 3

The minimum requirements for admission in Doctor in Periodontology Pg at Universiti Sains Malaysia for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Universiti Sains Malaysia.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Universiti Sains Malaysia as pre-requiste for admission in Doctor in Periodontology Pg.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent qualification; and Master's degree in dental sciences or equivalent qualification as required by HEP.
• This degree must have a total Student Learning Time (SLT) ranging from 1600 - 2000 hours. A minimum of 800 - 1000 hours of this degree must include among others a preclinical training component which contribute towards the specialty training.
• Registered with the Malaysian Dental Council (MDC) and holds current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Proof of registration with the dental regulatory body in another country for international candidates.
• A minimum of two (2) years clinical practice after basic degree, excluding the Master’s training.
• Have good health and be free from serious communicable diseases.
• Candidates will be called for interview by Postgraduate Committee before final selection.

English requirement (for international candidate only): A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or A minimum score of 154 for Lingual skill Online; or A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET. Exemption can be considered to candidate if: English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required).

Please check detail of study units at https://dental.usm.my/index.php/en/academic/postgraduate-program/coursework-mode/doctor-in-periodontology-pg

6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Malaysia. See Malaysia scholarships.