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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Graduate Diploma in Forensic Odontology

  • Graduate Diploma

Further your education in forensic odontology. A broad range of opportunities are available for dentists who are interested in education, training and research in this developing field....

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Course Code
91350
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Graduates of this course are skilled in dealing independently with all routine forensic odontological casework; the efficient referral of cases of special difficulty outside or beyond their expertise; functioning under supervision as a member of a Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team; the independent preparation of evidence for presentation to courts of law; and being aware of their own need for further education in forensic odontology.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor of Dental Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience in the practice of general dentistry.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a Bachelor of Dental Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience in the practice of general dentistry.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) personal statement addressing clinical experience and training;
and
(b) interview;
and
(c) two referee reports
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) personal statement addressing clinical experience and training;
and
(b) interview;
and
(c) two referee reports

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

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways
This degree will provide skills, expertise, knowledge and understanding, which will assist you with future career opportunities.
Career Pathways This degree will provide skills, expertise, knowledge and understanding, which will assist you with future career opportunities.
Further Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Further Study Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Course structure

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
80.5%
Overall satisfaction
87%
Skill scale
74%
Teaching scale
53.6%
Employed full-time
$62.6k
Average salary
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