MSc Clinical Dentistry (Paediatric Dentistry) / Course details
Year of entry: 2025
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Course unit details:
Basic Principles in Paediatric Dentistry
| Unit code | DENT61261 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | 15 |
| Unit level | FHEQ level 7 – master's degree or fourth year of an integrated master's degree |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1 |
| Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
This unit will be delivered via a combination of 10 x 1 hour didactic lectures delivered by consultants and specialists from the Department of Paediatric Dentistry and 10 x 3 hour seminars which will involve the preparation and delivery of a powerpoint presentation and handouts by each student per seminar. These seminars will be run by a consultant or specialist in Paediatric Dentistry and students will be marked for each presentation and handout.
Aims
The unit aims to enable students to gain a comprehensive overview of Paediatric Dentistry including a thorough knowledge of the clinical/scientific evidence and literature in relation to various diagnoses and techniques.
Assessment methods
5 x Powerpoint presentations with comprehensive handouts, forming the basis of a personal portfolio (60%)
Written essay (30%)
Production of a patient information leaflet (10%)
Feedback methods
Feedback for the presentations will be provided immediately in verbal and written form. Feedback for the essay and patient information leaflet will be provided in written form within 15 working days of the assessment.
Study hours
| Independent study hours | |
|---|---|
| Independent study | 150 |
Teaching staff
| Staff member | Role |
|---|---|
| Siobhan Barry | Unit coordinator |