Dalhousie University

Overview

The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program at Dalhousie University equips students for a successful career in dentistry. This comprehensive course combines a solid foundation in biomedical sciences with extensive clinical training from the outset. Students will gain the skills necessary to prevent, diagnose, and treat a variety of oral health issues, including procedures related to oral cancer and oral surgery.

Early clinical exposure is a hallmark of the program, allowing students to engage in patient care through student clinics and placements in hospitals and outreach programs as they progress through their studies.

What you'll study

The DDS curriculum is designed to facilitate a gradual transition from foundational scientific knowledge to advanced clinical responsibilities. Coursework is focused on enhancing patient care through a blend of biomedical education, diagnostic training, and the development of clinical skills.

Key areas of study include:

• Systemic Physiology and Pathology
• Gross Anatomy / Neuroanatomy
• Pharmacology
• Infectious Diseases
• Functional Histology
• Embryology
• Patient Care (clinical training)

Clinical components: Students will engage in supervised patient treatment activities within the Faculty of Dentistry's student clinic, along with opportunities for placements in local hospitals and outreach clinics as they advance through the program.

Curriculum details: For a comprehensive list of courses, sequencing, and any elective or specialty-focused requirements, please refer to the Faculty of Dentistry's official DDS curriculum.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to meet specific academic and English language proficiency requirements to be eligible for the DDS program.

Academic requirements:

• A minimum GPA of A- is typically required.

English language requirements:

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 92
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 65
• IELTS: Minimum score of 7

Career prospects