About the course The Master of Dental Public and Primary Health has been designed for those who would like to pursue a career in dental public and primary health. It fosters the development of critical analysis and research competence, along with the advanced set of knowledge and skills in dental public health that is required to specialise in this field. During the course, you will enrol into subjects such as oral health care provision and promotion, research methods in dental health, management of oral health services and epidemiology. This will enable you to build on skills from your previous studies or enhance your skills in your current employment.
Master of Dental Public and Primary Health
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Duration2 year(s)
Tuition FeeAUD 36,531 / Year
Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026
Master of Dental Public and Primary Health
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a)(i) a Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Doctor of Dental Medicine, or an equivalent qualification that allows dentistry practise, as recognised by UWA; and(ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or(b)(i) a Bachelor of Health Science in Dental Health, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and(ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
English Program Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency
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Career Pathways
This degree is designed for dental professionals interested in a career in dental public health, health promotion, oral health research, health management or further study (including a higher degree by research) by seeking to familiarise themselves with recent developments in the field or to enhance their intellectual and research skills.Software Developer
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
36,531 / year
Application Fee 150
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Master of Dental Public and Primary Health
The University of Western Australia
Australia, Perth