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Orthodontics

MSC
Master of Science

Gain the skills needed to become a specialist in the rewarding field of Orthodontics through classroom and clinical training.

Orthodontics at EUC

The MSc in Orthodontics is a three-year graduate program providing coursework and clinical training to enable dentists to become orthodontic specialists. The program fulfils the requirements of the European Commission Directives regarding the education of orthodontists, the UK Specialist Advisory Committee on Orthodontics and the World Federation of Orthodontists guidelines for postgraduate orthodontic education.  The program also includes all of the features of the European Erasmus training curriculum.

Students acquire the appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills of an orthodontic specialist as well as a sense of professionalism, interest and enquiry. The program aims to prepare dentists to practice the specialty using contemporary techniques at an advanced level, through a comprehensive academic program as well as through rigorous clinical experience in different treatment modalities.

Program Summary

Languages: English
Duration:3 years
Mode of Study:On Campus
ECTS:180

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Admission Criteria

The program will begin accepting students for the 2025 Fall Semester; the application deadline is 31 March 2025.   Due to the limited number of positions, admission is on a competitive basis.

Applications must include the following:

  • Copy of Dentistry degree earned (BDS, DDS, DMD or equivalent)
  • Transcript of Dental studies (in English)
  • Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement expressing interest, motivation and preparation for degree
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation from Dental School Dean, Chairperson, faculty and/or professional colleague
  • Proof of English language proficiency (see below) *

In addition to the above minimum admissions criteria, the following will be considered:

  • Personal interview
  • Dentistry degree GPA
  • Candidate’s interest/performance in Orthodontics during first degree
  • Candidate’s previous experience/qualifications/professional development in Dentistry
  • Research papers, scientific publications and/or presentations.

Greek Language Requirements: Although knowledge of the Greek language is not mandatory, a basic level of the language will facilitate communication with patients. It will, therefore, will be considered as an additional qualification for non-Greek speaking applicants. *English Language Proficiency (applicants must have one of the following:

  • Proof that undergraduate instruction and coursework has been done in English
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination with a minimum score of 79 (Internet based). 
  • IELTS with a score of 6.5 or English IGCSE (GCE) O’ Level with grade of “C” or above
Degree RequirementsECTS
1st Year courses60
2nd Year courses60
3rd Year courses60
Total Requirements180
YEAR 160 ECTS
SEMESTER 130
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR600Advanced Clinical Sciences I5
MOR603Clinical Skills I8
MOR606Clinical Skills II12
MOR609Research Methodology and Biostatistics3
MOR612Scientific Literature I2
SEMESTER 230
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR615Advanced Clinical Sciences II5
MOR618Orthodontic Biomechanics, Mechanics, Materials and Contemporary Appliances5
MOR621Scientific Literature II2
MOR624Specialty Clinical Training I18
YEAR 260 ECTS
SEMESTER 330
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR627Scientific Literature III2
MOR630Specialty Clinical Training II20
MOR633Treatment in Preadolescent Children5
MOR675Master Thesis I: Topic Selection, Protocol Preparation, and Institutional Review Board Approval (if necessary)3
SEMESTER 430
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR636Basic Sciences Relevant to Orthodontics2
MOR639Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment in the Early Permanent Dentition3
MOR642Scientific Literature IV2
MOR645Specialty Clinical Training III20
MOR680Master Thesis II: Complete Literature Review and Methodology3
YEAR 360 ECTS
SEMESTER 530
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR648Clinical Governance - Practice Management2
MOR651Scientific Literature V2
MOR654Specialty Clinical Training IV20
MOR657Treatment for Adults3
MOR685Master Thesis III: Complete Data Collection, Analysis, and Implementation3
SEMESTER 630
CodeCourse TitleECTS
MOR660Long-term Effects of Orthodontic Treatment - Risk Management in Orthodontics3
MOR663Scientific Literature VI2
MOR666Specialty Clinical Training V20
MOR669Treatment of Patients with Face Asymmetries, Orofacial Clefts and Craniofacial Anomalies2
MOR690Master Thesis IV: Complete Writing, Critique by Committee Members, and Defense3
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