This three year thesis-based MSc program prepares students to plan and manage dental care for medically complex patients; diagnose and treat medically related disorders and conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial region, including oral mucosal diseases and salivary gland disorders; and assess and manage orofacial pain disorders and oral chemosensory disorders.
The mission of the Oral Medicine Graduate program is to educate our Oral Medicine graduate students to provide the highest quality care to the diverse communities we serve. The program will provide a valuable resource to Alberta’s dentists and physicians and their patients. We strive to contribute to the high caliber research at University of Alberta and prepare our graduate students for academic-clinical track careers. We are committed to fostering an environment that promotes collegiality, professionalism and collaboration. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Candidates are accepted under the general regulations of the Medical Sciences Graduate Program. Completion of a DDS or equivalent degree is required with a grade point average of at least 3.0 (or equivalent qualification) in the last 60 units of course weight of their dental program. A clinical or laboratory research project and a limited teaching commitment may be expected. If the candidate does not hold a license to practice dentistry in Canada, an application must be made to be placed on the Teaching and Research Registry with the Alberta Dental Association and College.
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| Application Notes : | All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission either by:
Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta, in which the language of instruction is English.
A satisfactory score on an approved English language examination as described below.
TOEFL paper-based score of 570
TOEFL computer-based score equivalent of 230
TOEFL internet-based score equivalent of 95 (with at least 20 per section)
CAEL minimum score of 70 with at least 70 on each subtest
IELTS (Academic test) score of 7.5 with at least 6 on each band |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
Application documents required:
Official transcripts (or a certified true copy) from each university/institute attended
Original degree certificate (or a certified true copy) if your transcript does not indicate a degree earned
TOEFL or IELTS test score report (if your language of instruction in university was English this requirement may be waived)
English Language Proficiency
A letter of reference and the
completed appraisal template
from each of 3 different referees
Your curriculum vitae (resume) which includes education, qualifications, publications and previous professional and research experience
Letter of intent – (Describe why you wish to pursue graduate studies at the University of Alberta.) |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.