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Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Programme Overview

 The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) programme is a five-year programme. Its curriculum is integrated, problem-based and community oriented. 

Year 1: Basic Foundation in Medical and Dental Sciences

Year 2: Pre-Clinical Dental and Medical Sciences & Medical Clinical Sciences

Year 3, 4 & 5: Dental Clinical Sciences, Community Engagement & Research

The years are integrated through a spiral concept, SPICES, to ensure close association.

S - Student oriented
P - Problem-based
I - Integrated
C - Community oriented
E - Electives
S - Spiral and systematic

Duration of Study: Minimum: 5 years (10 semesters)
                                Maximum: 8 years (16 semesters)

Language: English (Instruction medium and examination)

Process of Admission

How to apply -> https://pohon.usm.my/

Any enquiry, kindly contact us at:
Ms. Norhaznida Hafik
Academic Office (Undergraduate)
School of Dental Sciences
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Helath Campus
16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia
Tel. no.: +609-7675611
Email: haznida@usm.my