Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery)

University College Cork

Ireland, Cork

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University College Cork

Ireland , Cork

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesOctober-2027

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 13,600 / year(s)

Next Intake October-2027

Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery)

About

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

Obtain and record a history and examination, including special tests, of a patient's oral and medical state, interpreting the findings in order to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan;

Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of surgical anatomy and physiology as it applies to oral surgical patients;

Display the ability to carry out oral surgical procedures under suitable anaesthesia;

Manage oral surgical emergencies including pain control, infections and dental trauma;

Communicate effectively not only with patients, families and carers but also with other health care professionals both dental and medical;

Demonstrate the need for and benefit of research and continuing professional development;

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the ethical and legal requirements of surgical practice;

Apply surgical audit;

Manage an independent surgical practice.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students.

In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments.
Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office.

English Language Requirements

Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.

Career

On successful completion of the programme, a trainee will be awarded a Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery) by National University of Ireland and will be eligible for registration as an Oral Surgeon in the Register of Dental Specialists maintained by the Dental Council of Ireland.