Dentistry
denbox2@nus.edu.sgThe Division offers structured residency training programmes, leading to Master of Dental Surgery (MDS), in the following six specialties:
Endodontics
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthodontics
Paediatric Dentistry
Periodontology
Prosthodontics
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 3 Years | 4 Years |
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Paper-based | 580 / 677 | |
| TOEFL Computer-based | 237 / 300 | ||
| TOEFL Internet-based | 92 / 120 | ||
| IELTS | 7 / 9 | ||
For admission as a candidate to the course leading to the degree of Master of Dental Surgery, candidate must –
• Hold a basic dental degree qualification (Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent);
• Have at least two years full-time clinical experience in general dentistry after graduation (excluding
internship);
• Complete the TOEFL or IELTS if the native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not English.
The minimum acceptable scores are: TOEFL score – 580 (paper-based), 237 (computer-based), 92
(internet-based) & above or IELTS – 7. Test scores for the TOEFL and IELTS are valid for 2 years from
the test date.
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Please refer to https://www.dentistry.nus.edu.sg/GDS/GDS_appinfo.html | |