The NUS Faculty of Dentistry offers a comprehensive research programme which leads to the Master of Science (MSc) degree. Please refer here for the various research groups which you may be interested in namely Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Microbiology and Immunology, Populational and Clinical.
Dentistry
Dean's Office
Den_Enquiries@nus.edu.sg
9 Lower Kent Ridge Road Level 10, National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore Singapore 119085The NUS Faculty of Dentistry (FOD) began as a Department of Dentistry within the King Edward VII College of Medicine in 1929. It was the first dental school to be established in a British colony in the East. It achieved full Faculty status in 1966 and continues as the only dental school in Singapore.
No scholarships provided for the programme
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1 Year | 3 Years |
| Part Time | 1 Year | 3 Years |
Bachelor’s degree holders from a relevant discipline who are interested in the research areas of tissue engineering, microbiology and biomaterials and are seeking to improve clinical care through research.
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | A good bachelor's degree in a relavant discipline | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Paper-based | 580 / 677 | |
| TOEFL Computer-based | 237 / 300 | ||
| TOEFL Internet-based | 85 / 120 | ||
| IELTS | 6.5 / 9 | ||
- 2 years of relevant work experience
- 2 reference letters from academic referees
- Possible interview at the discretion of the faculty
- Full application checklist
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Application Opens: May 16 2025 Application Closes: November 15 2025 | No fixed application outcome date |
Semester 2 Intake (January) | Application Opens: November 16 2025 Application Closes: May 15 2025 | ||