Dental Materials Science,PGDip

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 33,660 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Dental Materials Science,PGDip

About

Course overview

Gain an understanding of key materials science principles and training skills for successful research and publication. You'll be equipped to push the boundaries of technology, contributing to groundbreaking materials and processes that help define the future of dental and biomaterials science.

The dental materials market is a rapidly evolving industry. Further education in dental materials science enriches daily clinical practice, enhancing employability in both dental practice and postgraduate research pursuits.

The best things about my dental materials science course include the opportunity to learn cutting-edge research methods, which allows me to stay at the forefront of dental innovation. The course provides access to perfect teachers who are not only experts in their field but also passionate about imparting their knowledge to students.
Anahita
Student on MSc Dental Materials Science

Course Structure

This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode. There is also scope to undertake the programme on a part-time basis. Here’s what you can expect to study each semester. This is based on a full time Masters course.

In the first term, you'll undertake three modules, which will provide a foundation in mechanical, physical and chemical properties of dental materials and how that applies in clinical service. Specific areas of materials used in dentistry will also be covered including a variety polymer-based systems and 3D-printing technologies, various classes of ceramic systems from traditional feldspathic porcelain to pressable, milled and 3D-printable materials, dental cements and lining materials.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

Successfully completing this programme not only boosts your employability in dental practice but also gives you a competitive edge when applying for postgraduate research degrees. Graduates are poised for exciting career opportunities in top-tier dental practices and prestigious dental hospitals, paving the way for influential roles in the field of dental and biomaterials science.