If you are a qualified dentist, this degree will provide you with an avenue to pursue high-level studies and develop advanced clinical skills.
This program is offered with the following majors:
The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extended degree.
For admission to the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry, International applicants must:
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
English test results must be no more than two years old.
The Direct Entry Program (DEP) pathway is not accepted for this program.
The above requirements are HIGHER than the requirements stipulated in University policy. Applicants should refer to the following procedure for further information:
The requirement to demonstrate an IELTS (Academic) of 7.0 or an equivalent level of proficiency in English will apply to all International students with the exception of those students who are admitted via one of the following English admission pathways which are exempt from the completion of the English language enhancement course:
Applicants are advised that the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) requires Dentists to demonstrate English language skills that are suitable for registration as stated above. Further information is available on the Ahpra website.
At Griffith we offer hundreds of study options. Our study website will help you find the best degree for you.
Check you meet the academic and English language entry requirements in the Degree finder.
Consider a pathway option if you don’t meet the direct entry requirements.
If you have existing formal qualifications or relevant work experience, you may be eligible to receive credit which will reduce the duration of your study.
To apply, provide details of your previous qualification or work experience in the ‘credit for previous study’ section when you submit your application. You may be required to supply detailed course outlines of your previous qualification(s) in English.
Prepare supporting documentation including:
Sponsored students must also supply documents confirming:
*To certify your documents, a Justice of the Peace or other public notary—lawyer, policeman, solicitor, embassy official—must see your original documents, and sign and stamp the copies for you.
Apply online or through an international registered recruitment representative.
If you are currently studying at an Australian high school you may apply through QTAC.
We recommend you apply for undergraduate and postgraduate programs by:
You must allow enough time for your visa application to be processed, to allow you to arrive in time for Orientation. Some programs have different application closing dates. Check if this applies to your program on the
If you applied online, login to our International Application System.
If you applied through an agent, check with your registered Griffith agent or provider.
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