Course overview
The Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics is a three-year, full time training program leading to a specialist qualification in Prosthodontics. The program comprises a mix of the following:
- Clinical treatment of patients referred for specialist prosthodontic treatment, under the supervision of prosthodontic teaching staff
- Didactic, clinical and case presentation seminars
- A major research project in prosthodontics culminating in a thesis and journal article submitted for publication
The program conforms to the educational requirements of the University of Adelaide and is accredited by the Australian Dental Council.
Course learning outcomes
- Development of the necessary advanced clinical skills expected of a specialist Prosthodontist
- Appreciation of the scientific basis for successful clinical practice
- Development of scientific and research methodology
- Develop research skills to underpin clinical competency