Overview

Throughout the course you will move from simulated treatment to patient treatment in our own Dental Clinic. You'll be supported by internationally renowned academics and specialist experts from around the UK and the world.

You will complete clinical training supplemented with seminars, lectures, journal clubs, complex multidisciplinary case-based discussions and research expertise.

At the end of your training, you will be able to apply for the Royal College Membership examination and become a specialist in periodontics.

Career

The Periodontology programme from The University of Lancashire provides the opportunity to qualify as a specialist in periodontics. A doctorate qualification will allow you to pursue an academic career in the future.

You will also be able to apply for the membership examinations of the Royal Colleges for Periodontics (MRD).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods Design

Research Planning and Proposal Development

Research and Thesis

Core Knowledge and Applied Research Skills

Specialty Training Periodontics 2

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should be an experienced dentist with a minimum of 3 years’ experience on commencement of the course

Applicants must be registered with an appropriate regulatory body and be a practising dentist
Competency in English language (IELTS Level 7 or equivalent) is required
All suitable applicants will be interviewed which will include a discussion of the proposed research area
Satisfactory Occupational Health Clearance and DBS are required
Applicants are required to submit a CV and portfolio of 10 clinical cases to detail academic and professional experience and two references, including one from a Senior Practitioner or Manager with their application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

53000 GBP / year

≈ 53000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

26500 GBP / year

≈ 26500 GBP / year

Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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General requirements

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Living costs

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