MSc (Clin) Periodontology / Course details

Year of entry: 2024

Course unit details:
Basic Science of Applied Periodontology

Course unit fact file
Unit code DENT71011
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 equip the participant with a detailed knowledge of scientific background forming the basis of non-surgical and surgical management of periodontal diseases. The academic content will include:

  • biology of the periodontium and oral physiology;
  • general principles of oral microbiology;
  • functional anatomy of the head and neck and oral anatomy;
  • pharmacology.

Aims

On completion of the programme of study, students will have acquired:

  • knowledge of contemporary aspects of clinical periodontology, including an appreciation of an interdisciplinary approach to comprehensive patient care;
  • appropriate practical and clinical skills relevant to clinical periodontology;
  • competence and confidence in a variety of transferable skills relevant to periodontology.

Assessment methods

Method Weight
Written exam 50%
Written assignment (inc essay) 50%

Feedback methods

Feedback forms will be completed by examiners for all elements of accredited assessment and students are encouraged to make an appointment with the Director via the Programme Administrator to discuss such feedback.

Study hours

Independent study hours
Independent study 150

Teaching staff

Staff member Role
Radha Bharathi Dhandapani Unit coordinator

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