Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at USM University Malaysia

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree

Duration

5 years

Intake

OctOct

English Requirement

IELTS 5.0

Offer Letter

Fees Applies

Class Type

Physical

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Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a five-year undergraduate dental programme designed to produce competent, ethical, and community-oriented dental professionals. The programme adopts an integrated, problem-based and community-focused curriculum, ensuring a strong balance between theoretical knowledge, clinical skills, and social responsibility.

Year 1: Provides a solid foundation in basic medical and dental sciences.
Year 2: Focuses on pre-clinical dental and medical sciences, alongside introductory medical clinical sciences.
Years 3, 4 & 5: Emphasise advanced dental clinical sciences, community engagement activities, and research training.

This structured approach prepares graduates to deliver comprehensive dental care while addressing community health needs and engaging in lifelong learning and research.

Entry Requirements

STPM
• Grades BBB or ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e.

Biology; and
Chemistry; and
Physics or Mathematics

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, etc.), please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for admission assessment.

Career Opportunities

Dental Officer
Dental Specialist
Dental Lecturer

Year 1

Craniofacial Biology,
Human Biology I,
Cell and Tissue Biology,
Oral Biology &
Year 1 Professional Examination.

Year 2

Human Biology II,
Dental Public Health I,
Restorative Dentistry (Pre Clinical),
Dental Materials,
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology,
Basic and Clinical Pharmacology,
General Medicine and General Surgery &
Year 2 Professional Examination.

Year 3

Paediatric Dentistry I,
Dental Public Health II,
Conservative Dentistry I,
Prosthodontics I,
Periodontics I,
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Radiology I,
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Medicine I &
Year 3 Professional Examination.

Year 4

Elective Research Project,
Paediatric Dentistry III,
Orthodontics I,
Dental Public Health III,
Conservative Dentistry II,
Prosthodontics II,
Periodontics II,
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Radiology II,
Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology I &
Year 4 Final Examination.

Year 5

Paediatric Dentistry IV,
Orthodontics II,
General Dental Practice (GDP),
Community and Family Case Study III,
Conservative Dentistry III,
Prosthodontics III,
Periodontics III,
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Radiology III,
Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine II &
Year 5 Professional III Examination.

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)