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Doctor of Dental Public Health (DrDPH)
The Doctorate in Dental Public Health is a full time doctoral program. Dental Public Health the specialty of dentistry that concerns with the promotion of oral health, the prevention of oral diseases, and the provision and administration of oral health and dental care services in defined populations and communities. It recognises the role of behavioural and environmental factors as determinants of oral health. Epidemiological principles are applied to describe and define dental public health problems, as well as to formulate and evaluate oral health programs and policies. This approach aims to improve the oral health of communities as much as individuals through practice of evidence-based dentistry and proficient management of oral health care and resources.
The DrDPH program covers a minimum period of three (3) academic years consisting of six (6) semesters of 14 learning and teaching weeks each. The maximum duration of candidature is five (5) years. This full-time coursework program consists of ten (10) courses.
Program Chairperson
Professor Dr Normastura Abd Rahman
E-mail: normastura [at] usm.my
Phone: +609 767 5822
CURICULUM STRUCTURE
The MDPH program covers a minimum period of one (1) academic year consisting of two (2) semesters of 14 learning and teaching weeks each. The maximum duration of candidature is two (2) years. This full-time coursework program consists of nine (9) courses including a research project. Methods of learning and teaching include lectures, seminars, group discussions, practical classes, and specific assignments such as reports and community project. Courses offered are the core courses in Dental Public Health that will equip candidates with knowledge and skills required to achieve the objectives of this program. Candidates are required to register and pass all courses.
Semester 1
COURSE |
UNIT |
|
GGA 501 |
Asas Kesihatan Awam Pergigian Fundamentals of Dental Public Health |
4 |
GGA 502 |
Epidemiologi Penyakit dan Kondisi Oral Epidemiology of Oral Diseases and Conditions |
4 |
GGA 504 |
Kaedah Penyelidikan Research Methods |
4 |
GGA 506 |
Biostatistik Biostatistics |
4 |
GGA 508 |
Pengurusan Penjagaan dan Perkhidmatan Kesihatan Oral Management of Oral Health Care and Services |
4 |
Semester 2
COURSE | UNIT |
|
GGA 503 |
Pencegahan Penyakit Oral Prevention of Oral Diseases |
4 |
GGA 505 |
Promosi Kesihatan Oral Oral Health Promotion |
4 |
GGA 507 |
Isu Semasa dalam Penjagaan Kesihatan Oral Current Issues in Oral Health Care |
4 |
GGA 509 |
Projek Penyelidikan Research Project |
8 |
TOTAL UNIT FOR GRADUATION = 40
Candidates will be awarded the Master of Dental Public Health upon completion of this program.
Program Chairperson
Professor Dr Normastura Abd Rahman
E-mail: normastura [at] usm.my
Phone: +609 767 5822
School of Dental Sciences, USM is no longer offering new intake for this course, beginning Academic Session 2021/2022.
School of Dental Sciences, USM is no longer offering new intake for this course, beginning Academic Session 2021/2022.
School of Dental Sciences, USM is no longer offering new intake for this course, beginning Academic Session 2021/2022.



Desasiswa Murni
Kampus Kesihatan
Universiti Sains Malaysia
16100 Kubang Kerian
Kelantan
Telephone Number: 09-7671163 / 2286
Postgraduate students may be accommodated in private residences. It should be pointed out that the rates can vary appreciably depending upon the type of lodging, proximity to campus and the other relevant factors. Generally, information on private residences for rent are available through the Student Affairs Department and the local newspapers. The rent for a 3-room unfurnished apartment is about RM1000. There are some of off-campus options such as:
Anjung Vista Apartment (about RM1500/month)
Double storey house bandar Baru Kubang Kerian (about 1500/month)
Student with Family:
There are several childcare around the campus and two international schools in Kota Bharu.
International Schools:
Sekolah Antarabangsa Kelantan
Address:Sekolah Antarabangsa Kelantan, 5376B, Jalan Telipot, 15150 Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Telephone:(+609) 744 6991
Web: http://www.educationdestinationmalaysia.com/school-finder/school/kelantan-international-school/
Address: Binjai Kubang Kerian Kota Bharu, Kelantan 16150 Malaysia
Telephone :(+609) 7641724
Web: http://www.wadisofia.edu.my
Living Expenses:
A foreign student would require US$4,000 per year for food, accommodation, books and other expenses, exclusive of tuition fees.
Most of the academic places in the campus are within 10 to 15 minutes walking distance. Many students do walk but some students would prefer to have their own mode of transport which would normally be a motorcycle. Foreign students who want to use their own transport must make sure that they have a valid International license that should be obtained in their own country, before proceeding to Malaysia. Driving in Malaysia is on the left hand side of the road. A student who has his/her own transport in the campus needs to register it with the Security Office of USM. A form is provided for the purpose of registration and the student needs to show his/her student card, driving license, the vehicle's registration card and insurance policy. Once registered, the student will be given a university sticker for the vehicle.
Hotel and Budget Inn
Avee Budget Inn, Hotel & Apartment
(In Front of Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia [HUSM], Kubang Kerian)
PT 1536 & 1614,
Jalan Persiaran 6 Kenali
Kota Bharu 16150, Kelantan.
-Avee Budget Inn (2nd branch)
Only 300 metres to our 1st branch.
Handphone 019-9399999, 016-9842020
Fax: 09-7640999
Email: aveebudgetinn@gmail.com
Address
Lot PT 1763
Bandar Baru Kubang Kerian
16150 Kota Bharu
Kelantan Darul Naim
Contact Number
Al Khatiri Travel & Tour
09 760 7373
No. Lot 2056,
Jalan Raja Perempuan Zainab 2
16150 Kota Bharu, Malaysia
Kelantan
Phone: +60 19-937 7566