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Master of Dental Public and Primary Health

  • Masters (Coursework)

Pursue a career in dental public and primary health. Develop critical analysis and research skills, along with an advanced set of knowledge in dental public health required to specialise in the field....

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
93530, 115049E
Study Mode
In person

About this 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.

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)(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.
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.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-5. Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-5. Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant 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

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

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.
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.
Career Opportunities

Potential career opportunities include:

  • Allied health professional
  • Public health officer
  • Dentist
  • Oral health therapist
  • Dental hygienist

Career Opportunities
Further Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Further Study Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Course structure

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