Orthodontics, MClD

Western University

Canada, London

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Western University

Canada , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMay-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 9 term(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 33,604 / Per Term

Apply Date 15-Sep-2023

Next Intake May-2026

Orthodontics, MClD

About

The purpose of the program in Orthodontics is to provide the academic background and clinical experience appropriate to the specialty of Orthodontics. The program is fully accredited by the Council on Education of the Canadian Dental Association, and meets the specialty certification requirement of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the eligibility requirement of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada.

Disciplines

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree (or their equivalent).

Graduates of non-accredited post-secondary institutions are required to complete the Advanced Dental Admission Test (ADAT). Official ADAT results must be sent directly from the American Dental Association (ADA) to Western University. Results are valid for a period of three (3) years.

Graduates of non-accredited post-secondary institutions but with a MSc or PhD (or their equivalent) in a dentally related field from an accredited post-secondary institution are not required to complete the ADAT.

Please note: Admission to this program is highly competitive. We encourage all applicants to review the instructions carefully prior to commencing the application and to ensure their application is complete and submitted by the deadline.

A statement of interest (250-500 words).

Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions are required at the time of application. One official or certified copy will be required upon acceptance of an admissions offer. If available, a letter from the Dean or their designate indicating your dental school class rank.

Curriculum vitae (maximum two pages).

Three (3) letters of reference. A minimum of one (1) from a university faculty member who is familiar with your previous academic work.

At least one year of clinical experience in general or specialty dental practice or dental residency (GPR, AEGD, dental specialty program) is required.

A strong academic record is required, with a minimum “B” (75%) average or equivalent during dental school. Equivalent work or research experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must demonstrate the potential for success in graduate-level studies through their undergraduate performance.

Preferred Acceptance Criteria:

Strong academic record

Letters of recommendation

Clinical experience

Professional experience

Research experience

Volunteer experience

Extracurricular activities

English Program Requirements

English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose dentistry degree was completed in a country or institution where English is not the primary language of instruction are required to provide official documentation demonstrating that they meet or exceed one of the approved English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. We recognize that applicants come from diverse linguistic and educational backgrounds, and alternative forms of ELP documentation may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum acceptable score is 105 for the internet version, or 260 for the standard electronic version. [Western's TOEFL ID is 8956].
The International English Language Testing Service (IELTS Academic). The minimum acceptable score is 7.5 out of 9 with no individual score falling below 6.
The Duolingo English Test. The minimum acceptable score is 135.