Doctoral (PhD) Periodontics
PhD in Medical Sciences (Periodontics) is offered for post-DDS/DMD applicants. The time required to complete the PhD will vary according to the previous training of the applicant and the nature of the research undertaken; however, a minimum of six years is required with six to seven years being the expected norm.
The deadline for Fall 2018 applications is September 1, 2017.
- Application Deadlines
Applications accepted May 1 to September 1 the year preceding admission.
- Entrance Requirements
Candidates are accepted under the general regulations of the Medical Sciences Graduate Program. Completion of a DDS or equivalent dental professional designation and at least one year of experience as a licensed dentist within five years prior to the start of the program is required with a grade point average of at lease 3.0 (or equivalent qualification) in the last 60 units of course weight of their dental program. At least one year of experience as a licensed dentist within five years prior to the start of the program is also required. Preference will be given to candidates who present a master's of science degree. A suitable supervisor must be identified to support the applicant.
Candidates should be prepared to support themselves for the duration of their selected program, although funding from scholarships and studentships may be obtained on a competitive basis.
As part of the admission process, selected applicants will be invited to interview.
Admission is dependent upon the recommendation of the Department of Dentistry's Graduate Committee and the Medical Sciences Graduate Program Committee.
A Clinic Operations fee of $11,163/year will be required in addition to regular university tuition and instructional and non-instructional fees which can be accessed here.
Fee Note: Please note that there may be additional fees for equipment and instrumentation rental.
While it is not a requirement to apply, preference may be given to candidates who have successfully completed the National Dental Examining Board of Canada's (NDEB) Certification Process.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission either by:
- Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta, in which the language of instruction is English.
- A satisfactory score on an approved English language examination as described below.
- TOEFL paper-based score of 570
- TOEFL computer-based score equivalent of 230
- TOEFL internet-based score equivalent of 95 (with at least 20 per section)
- CAEL minimum score of 70 with at least 70 on each subtest
- IELTS (Academic test) score of 7.5 with at least 6 on each band
For ELP exempt countries and institutions click here.
- Program Requirements
The requirements for the degree include coursework a clinical component and a thesis. Student progress will be monitored through an annual written and/or oral external assessment. Feedback from this assessment serves to identify areas that require additional attention by the student. The assessment will permit the development of specific clinical and/or didactic improvement objectives before the next annual assessment. Course requirements include both core courses of the Graduate Dentistry curriculum, clinical courses, and electives which are recommended by the Supervisor and Supervisory Committee based on the background of the student and the area of specialization to be undertaken
DENT 542 - Research Methodology
DENT 551 - Introduction to Applied Statistics
DENT 552 - Applied Multivariate Statistical Analysis
DENT 565 - Evidence Based Dentistry
DENT 566 - Systematic Reviews in Dentistry
DENT 570 (★6)
DENT 571 (★6)
DENT 572 - Periodontology Seminars
DENT 573 - Periodontology Clinics
DENT 672 - Periodontology Seminars
DENT 673 - Periodontology Clinics
- Required Documentation
Application documents required:
Official transcripts (or a certified true copy) from each university/institute attended
Original degree certificate (or a certified true copy) if your transcript does not indicate a degree earned. Documents that are not in English must be accompanied by a notarized English translation.
An official note of their class ranking (if applicable) upon graduation from dentistry.
TOEFL or IELTS test score report (if your language of instruction in university was English this requirement may be waived)
A letter of reference and completed appraisal template from each of the 3 different referees
Your curriculum vitae (resume) which includes education, qualifications, publications, and previous professional and research experience.
Letter of intent - (Describe why you wish to pursue graduate studies at the University of Alberta. If applicable, indicate your potential supervisor, the sources of funding, and a potential research topic.)
Applicants should complete the online application ApplyGrad prior to submitting any supporting documents.
Note: An academic record that satisfies the basic entrance requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission. Enrollment in our graduate programs is limited and the number of qualified applicants greatly exceeds the number of positions available. Admission will be based on demonstrated academic excellence, an MSc or equivalent degree or strong evidence of previous research experience, the candidate's CV, the candidate interview, and the quality of letters of recommendation.
Official documents (transcripts, degree certificates, etc.) may be required upon receiving the conditional offer of admission letter. Documents must be sent directly from the post-secondary institution to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research office.