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University of Sydney (USYD)

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Master of Dental Public Health

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Dental Public Health focuses on the prevention of oral diseases and improving oral health at a population level, particularly among vulnerable populations. Graduates will gain advanced skills in oral health surveillance, research and optimisation of oral health services and delivery.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Domestic Fees
$33,000 total

About this course

The Master of Dental Public Health focuses on the prevention of oral diseases and improving oral health at a population level, particularly among vulnerable populations. Graduates will gain advanced skills in oral health surveillance, research and optimisation of oral health services and delivery.

Entry requirements

 

Admission to the Master of Dental Public Health requires:

  • a bachelor or doctoral degree (or equivalent) in dentistry; or a bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field, and
  • a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree; or a qualification deemed by the faculty to be equivalent, and
  • performance in an interview.

In exceptional circumstances, applicants may be admitted without the master's degree in public health who, in the opinion of the faculty, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.

Study locations

Surry Hills

Career pathways

Graduates of this course can be found in a range of careers and roles such as:

  • vital oral health promotion
  • health policy development
  • oral health surveillance
  • optimising dental care delivery
  • oral health research
  • up-skilling the oral health workforce.
  • providing essential dental services to disadvantaged populations.

This course is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC) and approved by the Dental Board of Australia. Graduates can apply for registration as a dental specialist with the Dental Board of Australia (AHPRA).

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Dentistry courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
74.4%
Overall satisfaction
80.8%
Skill scale
62.8%
Teaching scale
86.5%
Employed full-time
$109.6k
Average salary