MSc Dental Materials Science
School of Clinical Dentistry - Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health - and Faculty of Engineering
Dental professionals from all over the world come to Sheffield for masters courses that enhance their careers. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise places us fourth in the UK for research.
About the course1 year full-time This non-clinical course is run jointly with the Faculty of Engineering to provide a comprehensive education in basic materials science and the use of materials in dentistry and surgery. You'll be taught by some of the leading academics in the fields of bio- and dental materials science, tissue engineering, materials characterisation and biomedical engineering. The course helps you to progress your career by enhancing your academic and scientific knowledge. You'll also learn the principles of research and different techniques for evaluating dental materials and related health technologies. Entry requirementsYou’ll need a dental or medical degree, or a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in science or engineering from an approved institution. Other degree-level qualifications may be suitable so please contact us for advice. English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
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Fees and fundingFinancial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you have a question about the course, contact: Dr David Patrick |
Your careerDental professionals choose Sheffield because of our reputation for excellence. Many of our graduates go on to specialist dental practice, hospital practice or academic posts. This course is particularly useful for for academic staff involved in the teaching of dental materials science, for clinicians seeking a greater understanding of the materials they use, or for scientists involved in the development of materials for clinical applications. Elements of the course will also be of great value for students preparing to undertake a PhD. World-leading dental schoolOur teaching is supported by internationally recognised research. Our oral and dental research is organised into two themes: Person Centred and Basic and Applied. Each theme has three research groups: Bioengineering and Health Technologies, Person Centred and Population Oral Health Research, and Integrated Bioscience. These groups work together to push boundaries and achieve excellence. We offer a range of clinical and non-clinical courses, designed to help you develop your career in the way that you want.FacilitiesWe're connected to Sheffield's Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, part of the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We also have purpose-built research and service laboratories and equipment. There's a core facility for cell and tissue culture and labs for microbiology, electron microscopy, histology, histochemistry and immuno-cytochemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, proteomics and materials science. You'll also have access to a wide range of facilities in our Faculty of Engineering. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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