Programme Book - Faculty of Dentistry

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Programme Book - Faculty of Dentistry
ADMINISTRATION
Dean
Prof. Dr. Rosnah Mohd. Zain
BDSc (Queensland), MS (Michigan), Fellow AAOP (USA)
Deputy Deans
Postgraduate
Prof. Dr. Zainal Ariff Abdul Rahman
BDS (Dhaka), MSc (London), FFDRCS (Ire), FDSRCS (Eng)
Undergraduate
Prof. Dr. Norsiah Yunus
BDS (Glasgow), MSc (Bristol)
Research
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noor Hayaty Abu Kasim
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), PhD (Newcastle)
Infrastructure
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fathilah Abdul Razak
BSc (Hons) (Malaya), MSc (Malaya), PhD (Malaya)
Senior Assistant
Registrar
Madam Noryati Abdul Ghaffar
BBA (IIUM), MBA (Malaya)
Assistant
Registrar
Madam Junaidah Jamaluddin
B.Business (VUT)
Finance
Officer
Madam Maizatulshida Abdul Manan
B. Acct (Hons) (UUM)
Correspondence Address:
Office of the Dean
Faculty of Dentistry
University of Malaya
50603 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel. No.
Fax No.
Email
: 6(03) – 79674800
: 6(03) – 79674809 / 79561607
: [email protected]
Deputy Dean (Postgraduate)
Faculty of Dentistry
University of Malaya
50603 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel. No.
Fax No.
Email
Faculty of Dentistry Postgraduate Handbook 2011/2012
: 6(03) – 79674801
: 6(03) – 79674809 / 79561607
: [email protected]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Administration ........................................................................................................................................ i
Office Of The Dean ................................................................................................................................. i
Deputy Dean (Postgraduate) ............................................................................................................ i
The Faculty Of Dentistry ................................................................................................................... iv
University Of Malaya .......................................................................................................................... iv
Foreword ................................................................................................................................................. iv
Vision & Mission .................................................................................................................................... 1
General Academic Calendar ............................................................................................................. 2
Departments At The Faculty Of Dentistry .................................................................................. 3
Department Of Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine & Periodontology .............................. 3
Department Of Community Dentistry ..................................................................................... 4
Department Of Conservative Dentistry .................................................................................. 5
Department Of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery ........................................................................ 6
Department Of Prosthetic Dentistry ........................................................................................ 7
Department Of Children Dentistry & Orthodontic ............................................................ 8
Department Of Oral Biology ........................................................................................................ 9
Department Of General Dental Practice And Oral & Maxillofacial Imaging ........ 10
Units & Centre At The Faculty Of Dentistry............................................................................ 11
Oral Cancer Research & Coordinating Centre................................................................... 11
Biomaterials Unit ........................................................................................................................... 11
Dental Training & Research Unit ............................................................................................ 11
Honorary Consultants And Accredited Centres ................................................................... 12
Oral Pathology And Oral Medicine......................................................................................... 12
Periodontology ............................................................................................................................... 13
Conservative Dentistry ............................................................................................................... 14
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery ................................................................................................ 14
Child Dental Health ....................................................................................................................... 15
Orthodontic ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Community Dentistry .................................................................................................................. 17
Prosthetic Dentistry ..................................................................................................................... 18
Programmes Offered ........................................................................................................................ 19
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Master Of Clinical Dentistry (Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery) ................................. 20
Master Of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine And Oral Pathology) .......................... 27
Course Structure........................................................................................................................ 34
Course Proforma ....................................................................................................................... 35
Master Of Orthodontics............................................................................................................... 47
Course Structure........................................................................................................................ 53
Course Proforma ....................................................................................................................... 54
Master Of Dental Science............................................................................................................ 66
Doctor Of Philosophy ................................................................................................................... 69
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THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA
FOREWORD
The Faculty of Dentistry was established in 1971. This first local dental school
undertook the role of training students in Dentistry and later in the various specialties, a
function that was then fulfilled by overseas universities. Graduates of the Faculty have
become successful practitioners in the private sector or senior specialists and
administrators in the government services as well as respected academicians. Others are
involved in the dental industry and have become successful entrepreneurs.
The Faculty received recognition for its high standard of teaching, research and
professionalism when the General Dental Council of the United Kingdom gave its
recognition to the University’s Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in December 1997.
The first postgraduate programme, the Master of Community Dentistry was introduced
in 1994. This was followed by the Master of Dental Science in 1996, Master of Clinical
Dentistry in 1999, Master of Orthodontics and Master of Dental Surgery in 2000 and
Master of Public Health (Oral Health) and Master of Science (Public Dental Health) in
2004. The postgraduate courses cover a range of disciplines and are conducted through
coursework, clinical coursework or research. A postgraduate curriculum review exercise
is currently underway for all coursework program.
The Dental Faculty was recognized by the Royal College of Surgeons of England
[RCS(Eng)] as a training centre for fellowship in Dental Surgery in 1989. The Part I
examination was conducted in the faculty in 1993 and the final FDSRCS (Eng)
examination in the following year. Subsequent to restructuring of training in United
Kingdom, in the year 2000, the Dental Faculty was also recognized as a training hospital
that fulfills the clinical prerequisites for the Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry
(MFDS) Examinations. The part A and B examination of MFDS have been conducted
here since 2001. The feasibility to sit for the FDSRCS and MFDS (England)
examination locally had a positive effect on the number of dental specialists in the
country. It is indeed a privilege for the UM Dental Faculty to be recognized as one of the
few ‘overseas’ training and examination centres by RCS (Eng).
The Master of Orthodontics has been recognized by The Hospital Recognition
Committee, The Royal College of Surgeons of England and The Royal College of
Surgeons of Edinburgh as a Training Centre in Orthodontics since 2001. Three
specialties in the Master of Clinical Dentistry programme namely Periodontology,
Restorative Dentistry in Conservative Dentistry and Restorative Dentistry in Prosthetic
Dentistry offered by the Faculty has also been accepted as a ‘training’ sufficient as a prerequisite to do the Membership Exam in Restorative Dentistry of the Royal College of
Surgeons (RCS) (UK).
The postgraduate courses conducted by the Faculty are getting more in demand and
International students come from many parts of the world.
The Faculty warmly welcomes you to be a part of this pursuit of academic and
professional excellence.
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VISION & MISSION
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA
Mission
To advance knowledge and learning through quality research and
education for the nation and for humanity.
Vision
To be internationally renowned university of higher learning in
research, innovation, publication and teaching
FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in oral health science education and
research and to function as a catalyst to promote learning and
research in dentistry
Mission
To be a premier faculty in providing a high standard of training and
research to produce caring dental professionals with holistic approach
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GENERAL ACADEMIC CALENDAR
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA
GENERAL ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR SESSION 2011/2012
(SEMESTERS PROGRAMMES)
SEMESTER I
Orientation
1 week
04.09.2011 – 11.09.2011
Lectures
8 weeks*
12.09.2011 – 04.11.2011
Mid semester break
1 week **
05.11.2011 – 13.11.2011
Lectures
6 weeks
14.11.2011 – 23.12.2011
Revision week
1 week ***
24.12.2011 – 02.01.2012
Examination
3 weeks
03.01.2012 – 20.01.2012
Semester break
3 weeks
---------------23 weeks
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21.01.2012 – 12.02.2012
SEMESTER II
Lectures
7 weeks
13.02.2012 – 30.03.2012
Mid semester break
1 week
31.03.2012 – 08.04.2012
Lectures
7 weeks
09.04.2012 – 25.05.2012
Revision week
1 week
26.05.2012 – 03.06.2012
Examination
3 weeks
---------------19 weeks
==========
04.06.2012 – 22.06.2012
SESSION BREAK / SPECIAL SEMESTER
Session break
11 weeks
23.06.2012 – 02.09.2012
or
Lectures & Examination
8 weeks
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DEPARTMENTS AT THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
DEPARTMENT OF ORAL PATHOLOGY, ORAL MEDICINE &
PERIODONTOLOGY
Head
Dr. Nor Adinar Baharuddin
BDS (Adelaide), MDSc (Malaya)
Professors
Professor Dr. Dasan Swaminathan
BDS (Mysore), MSc (Bristol), FDSRCS (England), FICCDE,
FICD,FADI
Professor Dr. Rosnah Mohd. Zain, FASc
BDSc (Qld), MS (Mich), Fellow, AAOP (USA)
Professor Dr. Siar Chong Huat
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Lon), FDSRCPS (Glasgow), MRCPath (UK).
Professor Dr. Tara Bai Taiyeb Ali
BDS (Malaya), MSc(Lon), FDSRCS (Edin)
Lecturers
Dr. Zuraiza Mohamad Zaini
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Qld)
Dr. V. Rathna Devi a/p A. Vaithilingam
BDS (Malaya), MClinDent(Malaya)
Dr. Choon Yee Fan
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Malaya)
Dr. Thomas George Kallarakkal
BDS (India), MDS (India)
Dr Syarida Hasnur Safii
DDS (UKM), MClinDent(Malaya), MRDRCS (Edin)
Trainee
Lecturer
Dr. Cheah Chia Wei
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone : (60) 3 7967 4803
Fax
: (60) 3 7967
Email
: [email protected]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DENTISTRY
Head
Professor Datin Dr. Rashidah Esa
BDS (Malaya), DDPHRCS (England), MSc (London).
Specialists
Professor Dr. Raja Latifah Raja Jallaludin
BDS (Malaya), DDPHRCS (England), MDSc (Dundee), PhD (Malaya)
Professors
Professor Dato’ Dr. Ishak Abdul Razak, DPMS
BDS (Malaya), DDPHRCS (England), MSc (London), PhD (Malaya),
FICD.
Professor Dr. Nasruddin Hj. Jaafar
BDS (Cairo), DDPHRCS (England), MSc (London), MSc (Dublin),
PhD (Malaya).
Professors
Lecturers
Associate
Associate Professor Dr. Roslan Saub
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Melbourne), PhD (Toronto)
Dr. Jennifer G. Doss
BDS (Malaya), MCD (Malaya), PhD (Otago)
Dr. Norintan Abdul Murat
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), DDPHRCS (England)
Dr Zamros Yuzadi Mohd Yusof
BDS (QBelf), MSc (London), DDPHRCS (England).
Dr. Asma’ Mohamed
BDS (Dublin), BA (Dublin), MPH (Malaya).
Trainee Lecturer
Dr. Nor Azlida Mohd. Nor
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4805
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4532
Email:
[email protected]
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DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY
Head
Dr. Chew Hooi Pin
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England)
Professors
Professor Dato’ Dr. Abdul Aziz Abdul Razak DPMS
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Manchester), PhD (Bristol)
Professor Dr. Lui Joo Loon
BDS (Singapore), MSc (London)
Associate
Professors
Associate Professor Dr. Hadijah Abdullah
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London)
Associate Professor Dr. Noor Hayaty Abu Kasim
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), PhD (Newcastle)
Associate Professor Dr. Thong Yo Len
BDS (Singapore), MSc (London)
Lecturers
Dr. Azwatee Abd. Aziz
BDS (Adelaide), MClinDent (London)
Dr. Eshamsul Sulaiman
BDS (Belfast), MFDRCS (Ireland), MClinDent (London)
Dr. Maria Angela G. Gonzalez
DDM (Philipines), MPH (Philipines), MSc (Indiana)
Dr. Mariam Abdullah
BDS (Otago), MClinDent (London)
Dr. Norasmatul Akma Ahmad
BDS (Malaya)
Dr. Nor Azlin Yahya
BDS (Otago), MDent.Sci (Leeds)
Dr. Zeti Adura Che Abd. Aziz
BDS (Otago), MClinDent (London)
Dr. Priyadarshini Bindal
BDS (India), MSc (Manipal)
Dr. Mohideen Salihu Farook
Dr. Okba Mahmood
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Tutor/Trainee
Lecturers
Dr. Noor Hayati Azami
BDS (Malaya)
Dr Nora Sakina Mohd Noor
BDS (Malaya)
Dr. Norrazian Baharum
DDS (UKM)
Dr. Prema a/p Sukumaran
BDS (Malaya)
Dr. Sua Jet Liang
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4806
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4533
Email:
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Head
Dr. Siti Mazlipah Ismail
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England)
Consultant
Dr. Ong Siew Tin
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCPS (Glas), FICD, AM (Malaya)
Adjunct Professor Dr. Cheong Sok Ching
BSc (UKM), PhD (UKM).
Professors
Professor Dr. Zainal Arif Abdul Rahman
BDS (Dhaka), MSc (London), FFDRCS (Ireland), FDSRCS (England)
Associate
Professors
Associate Professor Dr. P. Shanmuhasuntharan
BDS (Malaya), MDS (Singapore), FDSRCS (Edinburgh)
Associate Professor Dr. Ngeow Wei Cheong
BDS (Malaya), FFDRCS (Ireland), FDSRCS (England), MDSc
(Malaya), PhD (Sheffield)
Lecturers
Dr. Ismadi Ishak
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), MBBS (Malaya), FFDRCS (Ireland).
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Dr Ha Kien On
BDS (Malaya), MBBS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England).
Dr. Aung Lwin Oo
BDS (Yangoon), MDS (Yangoon), PhD (Tokyo)
Dr. Ghassan Mutaher Abdullah Al-Iryani
BDS (Jordan), MFDSRCS(England), MClinDent (Malaya).
Dr. Ahmad Izzat Mohd Salleh
BDS (Otago)
Tutor/Trainee
Lecturer
Dr. Firdaus Hariri
BDS (Malaya), MDS (HKU)
Dr. Kathreena Kadir
BDS (Malaya)
Dr. Zakiah Mat Ripen
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4807
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4534
Email:
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY
Head
Associate Professor Dr. Wan Adida Azina Mahmood
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Restorative) (Leeds)
Associate
Professors
Professor Dr. Norsiah Yunus
BDS (Glasgow), MSc (Bristol)
Associate Professor Dr. Zakiah Isa
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), PhD (London)
Associate Professor Dr. Laith Mahmoud Abdulhadi
BDS (Baghdad), DDS (Paris).
Lecturers
Dr. Siti Fauzza Ahmad
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Med. Sci) (Glasgow)
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Dr. Ros Anita Omar
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Malaya)
Dr. Nosizana Mohd. Salleh
BDS (Tokyo), PhD (Tokyo)
Trainee
Lecturer
Dr. Zubaidah Zanul Abidin
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4881
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4535
Email:
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTIC
Head
Dr. Siti Adibah Othman
BDS (Malaya), DDS (Bristol), MOrth RCS (Edin)
Specialists
Dr. Rusmah Meon
BDS (Malaya), MSc D (Wales)
Associate
Professors
Associate Professor Dr. Sabri Musa
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London).
Associate Professor Dr. Halimah Awang
BDS (Sheffield), MSc (London)
Associate Professor Dr. Zamri Radzi
DDS (Indonesia), MDent.Sci (Leeds), FFDRCS (Ireland), MOrthRCS
(Edinburgh), MOrthRCS (England)
Lecturers
Dr. Wey Mang Chek
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England), MOrthRCS (Edin), MOrth (HK)
Dr. Sadna Rajan
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Malaya)
Dr Lily Azura Shoaib
DDS (Tokyo), MClinDent (Edinburgh)
Dr. Roziana Mohd. Razi
BDS (Malaya), MOrth RCS (Edin), MClinDent (Sheffield)
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Dr. Wan Nor Azreena Wan Hassan
BDS (Wales), MOrth RCS (Edin), MScD (Cardiff)
Trainee
Lecturer
Dr. Nor Malina Manan
BDS (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4802
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4530
Email:
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF ORAL BIOLOGY
Head
Professor Dr. Zubaidah Hj. Abd. Rahim
BSc (Malaya), BSc (Hons)(Malaya), PhD (London)
Associate
Professors
Associate Professor Dr. Fathilah Abdul Razak
BSc (Hons) (Malaya), MSc (Malaya), PhD (Malaya)
Associate Professor Dr. Marina Mohd. Bakri
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Wales)
Lecturer
Dr Wan Himratul Aznita Wan Harun
BSc (Hons)(Malaya), MSc (Malaya), PhD (Malaya)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4851
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4536
Email:
[email protected]
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DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE AND ORAL &
MAXILLOFACIAL IMAGING
Head
Professor Dr. Phrabhakaran K.N. Nambiar
BDS (Mysore), BScD (Hons) (Adelaide), MScD (Adelaide), MScD
(Western Cape), PG Dip Dent-Maxfac Rad (Stellenbosch)
Associate
Professor
Associate Professor Dr. Chai Wen Lin
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Malaya), FDSRCS (England), PhD (Sheffield)
Lecturers
Dr. Nor Himazian Mohamed
BDS (Malaya), DGDPRCS (England), MDent.Sci (Leeds)
Dr. Norliza bt. Ibrahim
BDS (Gadjah Mada), MSc (Manchester)
Dr Jacob John a/l Chiremel Chandy
BDS (Madras), MDS (Kuvempu)
Department’s Contact:
Telephone: (60) 3 7967 4895
Fax:
(60) 3 7967 4575
Email:
[email protected]
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UNITS & CENTRE AT THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
ORAL CANCER RESEARCH & COORDINATING CENTRE
Director
Professor Dr. Rosnah Mohd. Zain, FASc
BDSc (Qld), MS (Mich), Fellow, AAOP (USA)
Research
Officers
Madam Wan Maria Nabilah Wan Abd Ghani
Miss Karen Ng Lee Peng
SLAB Felo
Miss Noor Julieana Mat Amin
Project Manager
Mr. Koh Lam Seng
BIOMATERIALS UNIT
Head
Professor Dato’ Dr. Abdul Aziz Abdul Razak DPMS
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Manchester), PhD (Bristol)
Assistant
Science Officer
Mr. Ismail Jaafar
Madam Zarina Idris
Madam Sumiati Pool
Mr. Hassan Ismail
Administration
Staff
Madam Sauda Ibrahim
DENTAL TRAINING & RESEARCH UNIT
Head
Associate Professor Dr. Noor Hayaty Abu Kasim
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), PhD (Newcastle)
Researchers /
Lecturers
Associate Professor Dr. Chen Yeng
BSc (Malaya), MMedSc (Malaya), PhD (Malaya)
Dr. Marhazlinda Jamaludin
BDS (Malaya), MCommMed (USM)
Dr. Choo Siew Who, Lawrence
BSc (Informatics) (Malaya), MSc (Bioinformatics) (Malaya), PhD
(Genetics) (Cambridge)
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HONORARY CONSULTANTS AND ACCREDITED CENTRES
Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Period of Consultancy (2009/2010 – 2011/2012)
Dr. Asmah Johar K.M.N.
MD(UKM), M.MED Internal Medicine (UKM),
(UKM),Fellow in Allergy &Occupational Contact
Dermatitis( Capetown)
Senior Consultant in Dermatology(UKM)
Department of Dermatology,
Hospital Kuala Lumpur,
Jalan Pahang,
50586 Kuala Lumpur
Prof. Madya Dr. Noraidah Masir
MBChB BAO(Ireland), MPath (UKM)
Consultant in Anatomic Pathology
Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan
Malaysia,
56000 Kuala Lumpur
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alison M Rich
BDS(Otago),MDSc(Melbourne),
PhD(Melbourne),FRACDS, FFOP(RCPA)
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
School of Dentistry
University of Otago
P.O.Box 647,Dunedin 9001,
New Zealand
Dr. Sumairi Ismail
BDS(Mal),MClinDent (Malaya)
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Hospital Sultan Abd. Halim
Jalan Lencongan Timur
Bandar Aman Jaya
08000 Sg. Petani, Kedah
Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Prof. Dr. Nor Hayati Othman
MBBS (Malaya), FAMM (Malaysia), MIAC
(Germany).
Consultant in Anatomic Pathology
General Pathology Department
School of Medical Sciences
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Health Campus
16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan
Dr. Arni Talib
MD (UKM), MPath (UKM)
Anatomic Pathology
Consultant in Pathology
Ketua dan Pakar Perunding
Unit Hispatologi
Hospital Kuala Lumpur,
Jalan Pahang, 50586,
Kuala Lumpur
Dr. Lau Shin Hin
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), FDSRCS
(England)
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Bahagian Patologi Klinikal &
Stomatologi
Institut Penyelidikan Perubatan
Jalan Pahang
50588 Kuala Lumpur
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Dr. Haizal Mohd Hussaini
BDS (Malaya), MDentSci In Oral Pathology
(Leeds), FDSRCS (Edinburgh)
Head, Department of Oral pathology
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Jabatan Patologi Mulut & Perubatan
Mulut
Fakulti Pergigian, Universiti
Kebangsaan Malaysia
Jalan Raja Muda Abd. Aziz
50300 Kuala Lumpur
Dr. George Boey Teik Foo
BDS (Malaya), MClinDent (Malaya), Clinical
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Klinik Pergigian
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
88586 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Dr. Nurshaline Pauline Hj. Kipli
BDS (Dundee), FDSRCS (England)
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Klinik Pergigian
Hospital Umum Sarawak
93658 Kuching, Sarawak
Dr. Ajura Abd. Jalil
BDS (Malaya), MClinDent (Malaya)
Consultant in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
Bahagian Patologi Klinikal &
Stomatologi
Institut Penyelidikan Perubatan
Jalan Pahang
50588 Kuala Lumpur
Periodontology
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Dr. Norhani Abdul Rani
BDS (Egypt), MSc (London), FDSRCS (England)
Consultant in Periodontology
Unit Pakar Periodontik
Klinik Pergigian Kerajaan
Kota Bahru, Kelantan
Dr. Sorayah Sidek
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Perio) (London),
FDSRCPS (Glasgow)
Consultant in Periodontology
Unit Pakar Periodontik
Poliklinik Pergigian
Jalan Pegawai
41000 Klang, Selangor
Dr. Rasidah Ayob
BDS (Malaya), MFDSRCS (England), MClinDent
(Perio) (London),
Consultant in Periodontology
Unit Pakar Periodontik
Poliklinik Komuniti Peringgit
Jalan Pantai Peringgit
75400 Melaka.
Dr. Ahmad Sharifuddin Bin. Mohd Asari
BDS,(Alex), MSc (Lond), FDSRCPS (Glassgow)
Consultant in Periodontology
Klinik Pakar Periodontik,
Klinik Pergigian Besar, Tingkat 2,
Bangunan Cahaya Suria,
Jalan Tun Perak, 50050
Kuala Lumpur
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Conservative Dentistry
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Kolonel. Dr. Roza Anon Mohamed Ramlee
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England), MSc
Restorative (Newcastle)
Consultant in Restorative Dentistry
Pakar Pergigian Restoratif &
Endodontik, Hospital Angkatan
Tentera Tuanku Mizan, Kuala Lumpur
Lt. Kolonel. Dr. Mohamed Asri Din
BDS (Malaya), MSc (Newcastle),
MFDSRCS(England), Cert. Prostho (UK)
Consultant in Restorative Dentistry
Pakar Prosthodontik, Hospital
Angkatan Tentera Tuanku
Mizan, Kuala Lumpur
Dr. Rohani bt. Mahmood
BDS (Malaya), MClinDent (Malaya)
Consultant in Restorative Dentistry
Klinik Pergigian Rasah
D/A Klinik Kesihatan Seremban
Jalan Rasah, 70300 Seremban
Prof. Dr. Mohd Ibrahim Abu Hassan
BDS (Malaya), MDSc (Leeds), PhD (Bristol)
Fakulti Pergigian, Tingkat 19,
Bangunan Sains & Teknologi,
Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450
Shah Alam, Selangor.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Dr. Wan Mahadzir Wan Mustafa
PJC, BDS (Melbourne), FDSRCPS (Glasgow)
Head of Department and Consultant Oral &
Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Abdul Latif Abdul Hamid
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (Edinburgh)
Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Jabatan Pembedahan Maksilofasial
dan Mulut
Hospital Kuala Lumpur
Jalan Pahang
50586 Kuala Lumpur
Jabatan Pembedahan Maksilofacial
dan Mulut
Hospital Seremban
70300 Seremban
Negeri Sembilan
Dr. Thomas Abraham
MDS (Maxfac), FDSRCS (England), FFDCRSI
(Dublin), MOMSRCPS (Glasgow)
Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Jabatan Pembedahan Maksilofasial
dan Mulut
Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah
42100 Klang, Selangor
Dato’ Dr. Rusdi bin Ab. Rahman
BDS(Egypt), MSc(Lond), FDSRCS(Eng), Am(Mal)
Head of Department and Consultant Oral &
Maxillofacial
Jabatan Bedah Mulut
Hospital Raja Perempuan Zainab II
15586 Kota Baharu, Kelantan.
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Dr. Sharifah Munirah Al-Idrus Bt Syed Jaafar
BDS (Malaya), FDSRCS (England), MDSc (Malaya)
Pakar Perunding/Ketua Jabatan Bedah Mulut &
Maksilofasial
Jabatan Bedah Mulut
Hospital Serdang
Jalan Puchong
43000 Kajang Selangor
(Tel: 03-8947 5279)
Professor. Lian Ma
BDent(Beijing), BMed(beijing), PhD(Beijing).
Pakar Perunding Pembedahan Mulut
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Department Peking University School
of Statomatology 22# Zhong Guan Cun
Southern Road
Beijing 100081
Jabatan Pembedahan Mulut,
Hospital Putrajaya
Precint 7
62250 Putrajaya
Dr. Norhayati Hassan
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), FFDRCS (Ireland)
Pakar Perunding Kanan Bedah Mulut
Ketua Jabatan Pembedahan Mulut,
Dr Kasmah Bte Mohamed
BDS(Sheffield), FDSRCS(Eng)
Pakar Perunding Kanan Bedah Mulut
Ketua Jabatan Bedah Mulut & Maksilofasial
Jabatan Bedah Mulut
Hospital Sungai Buloh
Jalan Hospital
47000 Sungai Buloh
Selangor Darul Ehsan
(03-6145 4333)
Dr. Marzuki Zainal Abidin
BDS(Adelaide), MClinDent(Malaya)
Ketua Jabatan Klinik Bedah Mulut & Maksilofasial
Hospital Sg Petani
Sungai Petani
08000 Kedah
(Tel: 04-4213333)
Child Dental Health
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011-2012/2013)
Dr. Hajjah Noraini Nun Nahar bt. Yunus
BDS (Baghdad), MDS (Otago)
Senior Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry and
Head of Department
Klinik Pakar Pergigian Pediatrik
Institut pediatrik
Hospital Kuala Lumpur
50586 Kuala Lumpur
Dr. Kalaiarasu a/l M Peariasamy
BDS (Malaya),MPAEDDENT(Glassgow),
RCPS(Glassgow)
Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry
Klinik Pakar Pergigian Pediatrik
Hospital Serdang
Jalan Puchong
43000 Kajang, Selangor
dan
Klinik Pakar Pergigian Pediatrik
Hospital Sungai Buloh
Jalan Hospital
47000, Sungai Buluh Selangor
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Dr. Noorliza Ibrahim
BDS (Malaya), MSc (London), FDSRCS (England)
Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry
Klinik Pakar Pergigian Pediatrik
Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah
41200 Kelang, Selangor
Dr. Laila Abdul Jalil
BDS(Malaya),MSc(London), FDSRCS(Edin)
Consultant Paedodontist
Klinik Pergigian Pakar,
Hospital Tuanku Jaafar,
70300, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
Orthodontic
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Dr. David Birnie
BDS (Edin), FDS RCS (Edin), DOrth RCS (Eng),
FDS RCS (Eng), MOrth RCS (Eng),
Consultant Orthodontics
Queen Alexandra Hospital,
Southwick Hill Road,Cosham,
Portsmouth, P06 3LY, United Kingdom
Dr. Stephen Robinson
BDS (Lond), FDS RCPS (Glasg), DOrth RCS (Eng),
MOrth RCS (Eng), MSc (Lond)
Consultant Orthodontics
Queen Alexandra Hospital,
Southwick Hill Road,Cosham,
Portsmouth, P06 3LY, United Kingdom
Dr. Melanie Stern
MOrth RCS (Eng), MSc (Lond), FDS RCS (Eng),
BDS (Lond)
Consultant Orthodontics
The School of Clinical Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
Claremont Crescent
Sheffield S10 2TA
Dr. Nicola Parkin
BDS (Lpool), MOrth, FDS(Orth) RCS (Eng),
Consultant Orthodontics
The School of Clinical Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
Claremont Crescent
Sheffield S10 2TA
Dr. WL Yap
BDS(Brist), FDSRCS(Edin), MSC(Lond), DOrth
RCS(Eng), MOrthRCS (Eng)
Consultant Orthodontics
The School of Clinical Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
Claremont Crescent
Sheffield S10 2TA
Dr. Miss Fiona Dyer
FDS RCS (Eng), MMedSci (Sheff), MOrth RCS
(Eng), FDS(Orth) RCPS (Eng).
Consultant Orthodontics
The School of Clinical Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
Claremont Crescent
Sheffield S10 2TA
Dr. Justin Holmgren
BDS (Lond), LDS RCS (Eng), LDS RCS (Eng), FDS
RCPS (Glasg), MSc (Lond), DOrth RCS (Eng),
MOrth RCS (Eng).
Consultant Orthodontics
The School of Clinical Dentistry
The University of Sheffield
Claremont Crescent
Sheffield S10 2TA
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Dr. David Morris
BDS (Birm), FDS RCPS (Glasg), FDS RCS (Eng),
MSc (Lond), MOrth RCS (Eng), (Orth) RCPS
(Glasg), United Kingdom
Consultant Orthodontics
Leeds Dental Institute
Clarendon Way
Leeds LS2 9LU
Dr. Laura Mitchell
BDS (Dund), FDS RCPS (Glasg), DOrth RCS (Eng),
MDS (Ncle), M,W Yorks,BD5 0NA
United Kingdom
Consultant Orthodontics
St.Luke’s Hospital
Little Horton Lane,Bradford
West Yorkshire BD5 0NA
Dr. Simon Littlewood
BDS (Ncle), FDS RCPS (Glasg), MOrth RCS (Edin),
MDentSci (Leeds), FDSOrth RCPS (Glasg), FDS
RCS (Eng),
Consultant Orthodontics
St.Luke’s Hospital
Little Horton Lane,Bradford
West Yorkshire BD5 0NA
Dr. James McDonald
LDS RCS (Eng), BDS (Lond), DOrth RCS (Eng),
FDS RCS (Edin), PhD (Edin),
Consultant Orthodontics
Victoria Hospital
Hayfield Road
Kirkcaldy
Fife KY2 5H
Prof. David Bearn
BDS (Sheff), FDS RCPS (Glasg), MSc Ncle (1993),
United Kingdom
Consultant Orthodontics
School of Dentistry
Park Place,DUNDEE,DD1 4HR,
United Kingdom
Dr. Grant McIntyre
BDS (Glasg), FDS RCPS (Glasg), MOrth RCS
(Edin), PhD (Dund), FDS(Orth) RCPS (Glasg)
Consultant Orthodontics
School of Dentistry
Park Place,DUNDEE,DD1 4HR,
United Kingdom
Community Dentistry
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Oral Health Division
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Level 5, Block E10, Parcel E, Precint 1
Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62590 Putrajaya
Institut for Health System Research
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Jalan Rumah Sakit Bangsar
59000 Kuala Lumpur
Health Education Division
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Level 1-3, Block E0, Parcel E, Precint 1
Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62590 Putrajaya
MERCY Malaysia
Volunteer Management Department
45B, 2nd Floor, Jalan Mamanda 9
Ampang Point, Ampang
68000 Selangor
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Family Health Development Division
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Level 8, Block E7, Parcel E, Precint 1
Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62590 Putrajaya
Planning and Development Division
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Level 8, Block E6, Parcel E, Precint 1
Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62590 Putrajaya.
Institute of Health Management
Jalan Rumah Sakit
Off Jalan Bangsar
59000 Kuala Lumpur
Health Technology Assessment Unit
Medical Development Division
Ministry of Health
Level 4, Block E1, Precint 1
Kompleks Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62590 Putrajaya
Pejabat Timbalan Pengarah Kesihatan
(Pergigian) Negeri Selangor
Tingkat 11, Wisma Sunwaymas
Lot 1, Jalan Persiaran Kayangan
40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.
Dental Service
Malaysian Armed Forces
Level 12, Bangunan KUB.com
Yap Kwang Seng Street
50450 Kuala Lumpur
* and Office of the Deputy Director of Health (Oral Health) and all Dental Facilities in
each state.
Prosthetic Dentistry
Period of Consultancy (2010/2011 – 2012/2013)
Dr. Kwa Chong Teck
BDS (Singapore), MSc (London),FDSRCS
(Edin), FAMS
Executive Director
National Dental Centre
5 Second Hospital Avenue
Singapore 168938
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PROGRAMMES OFFERED FOR
ACADEMIC SESSION 2011/2012
Coursework Programmes
Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine)
Master of Orthodontics
Research Programmes
Master of Dental Science
Doctor of Philosophy
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Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Name of Programme
Faculty
: Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
: Dentistry
1. Programme Classification
The Master of Clinical Dentistry programme offered is a clinical coursework
programme in which the research component comprises less than thirty (30)
percent of the whole programme of study.
2. Admission Requirements
(1) Qualifications for Admission
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree in Dentistry and have at least
two years post registration clinical experience in dentistry.
(2) Other Requirement
Fulfil the requirements for admission as prescribed by the Faculty.
(3) English requirement
(a) Obtain a score of 4 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET); OR
(b) Obtain a score of 550 for a total based on the paper, a score of 213 for a
total based on the computer or a score of 80 for a total based on the
internet for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); OR
(c) Obtain a Band 6 for the International English Language Testing System
(IELTS).
3. Duration of Study
This programme shall be extend over a minimum period of four (4) years and a
maximum period of six (6) years.
4. Structure of Programme Study
(1) This programme shall consist of THREE parts:
(a) Part I: comprising instruction in Basic Medical Sciences subjects over a
period of six (6) months.
(b) Part II over a period of thirty (30) months comprising of:
(i) General Dentistry
(ii) Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
(iii) Training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialty
(iv) Research component in the specialty option leading to the submission
of a research report
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(c) Part III comprising of a clinical attachment in the specialty option, in the
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya or clinical training centre
recognized by the University over a period of twelve (12) months.
(2) The scope of this programme is given in the Course Proforma and Course
Information as given by the department carrying out the specialty
programme.
5. Course Registration
The registration for the programme shall be in the week prior to the
commencement of each academic year.
6. Research Supervision
(1) The appointment of a supervisor shall be done at a point a candidate’s field
of research is approved.
(2) Where necessary, the appointment of a co-supervisor and / or consultant
may be done.
7. Field of Research
The determination of field of research shall be done prior to a candidate’s
embarkation on research work.
8. Submissions
(1) A candidate shall submit his research report art least ONE month before the
commencement date of Part II examination.
(2) Notice for the submission of the research report will be given when the
candidate submits the title of the research project for approval.
(3) A candidate shall submit his log book by the date prescribed by the department
prior to the examination
9. Examination
(1) The examinations leading to the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry shall
comprise of:
(a) Part I Examination
(b) Part II Examination
(c) Final Examination
(2) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Part I Examination unless he has
attended to the satisfaction of the Faculty, the lectures extending over a
period of six months, in Basic Medical Sciences.
(3) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Part II Examination unless he
has:
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(a) Passed or been exempted from the Part I Examination. A candidate may
be exempted from the Part I Examination if he has passed:
(i)
The Examination for Memberships of either
Membership of the Joint Dental Faculty Royal College of Surgeons of
England [MJDF RCS (Eng)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Surgeons of Edinburgh [MFDS RCS (Edin)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow [MFDS RCPS (Glasgow)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry Royal College of Surgeons in
Ireland (MFD RCS (Ire)];
(ii)
(iii)
OR
the examination of any other colleges that may be approved by
the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty from time to
time;
OR
the examination of the Basic Medical Sciences of the University of
Malaya conducted by Faculty of Dentistry, as an external
examination.
AND
(b) Submitted his research report not later than ONE month before the Part II
Examination;
AND
(c) Obtained at least 45% marks of the continuous assessment component of
the Part II Examination.
(4) No candidate shall be permitted to proceed to the Final Examination unless
he has:
(a) Passed the Part II Examination; and
(b) Submitted his log book for examination not later than ONE month before
the Final Examination.
(5) The Part I Examination shall be held at the end of the Part I programme of
study. The Part II Examination shall be held at the end of Part II Programme of
study. The Final Examination shall be held at the end of the Part III
programme of study.
(6) Examination Components and Allocation of Marks
(a) Part I Examination
The components of the Part I Examination and the marks to be allocated
to each component shall be as follows:
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Component
Allocation of Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component Paper I - Multiple choice
A
questions (MCQ)
50
Component Paper II - Short answer
B
questions (SAQ)
50
Grand Total
100
(b) Part II Examination
The components of Part II Examination and the marks to be allocated to
each component shall be as follows:
Component
Allocation of
Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component
Continuous Assessment
A
60
(i) Written paper
Component
B
(ii) Clinical/ practical and
viva voce
70
70
Component Research report and viva
C
voce
100
Total
300
(c) Final Examination
The components of the Final Examination and the marks to be allocated
to each component shall be as follows:
Allocation of
Marks
(Maximum)
Description
(i) Logbook and continuous assessment
60
(ii) Practical +/ Clinical +/ Viva voce
40
Total
100
(7) Requirements for Passing an Examination
A candidate shall be deemed to have passed the Examinations prescribed
below if he has obtained:
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(a) Part I Examination
50 percent or more of the marks for each of the Component A and
Component B of the Part I Examination.
(b) Part II Examination
(i)
50 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks for Component
A, Component B and Component C of the Part II Examination;
(ii)
45 percent or more of the marks for each of the sub Component (i)
and (ii) of Component B of the Part II Examination; and
(iii)
50 percent or more of the marks for Component C of the Part II
Examination.
(c) Final Examination
50 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks for the
components of the Final Examination.
(8) Repeating an Examination
(a) Part I Re-Examination
(i)
A candidate who has failed the Part I Examination may be permitted a
Re-Examination on one occasion only after repeating such parts of the
course over a period of time as determined by the Committee of
Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii)
The Part I Re-Examination shall consist of the same components and
shall be assessed and graded in the same manner as prescribed for
the main Part I Examination.
(iii)
A candidate who fails the Part I Re-Examination shall be deemed to
have failed the Part I Examination but shall be permitted, on the
recommendation of the Committee of Examiners and with the
approval of the Faculty of Dentistry, to repeat the Part I of the
programme of study.
(iv)
A candidate who fails the Part I Examination after repeating his
programme of study shall be terminated from the Master of Clinical
Dentistry degree programme and be refused readmission to the
programme.
(b) Part II Re-Examination
(i)
(A) A candidate who has failed Component B AND Component C of
the Part II Examination may be permitted a Re-Examination on two
occasions after repeating such parts of the course over a period of
time as may be determined by the Committee of Examiners and
approved by the Faculty.
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(B) A candidate who has failed either Component B OR Component
C of the Part II Examination may be granted a provisional pass in the
component that he has passed and be required to re-sit on two
occasions, only the component that he has failed after repeating such
parts of the course over a period of time as may be determined by the
Committee of Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii)
The Part II Re-Examination shall be assessed and graded in the same
manner as prescribed for the main Part II Examination.
(iii)
A candidate’s research report that is deemed unsatisfactory by the
Committee of Examiners may be referred for further work over a period
of time to be determined by the Committee of Examiners except that
such periods of time as determined, shall not exceed one year on any
one occasion. At the end of the prescribed period the candidate shall
be required to re-submit the research report for re-examination.
(iv)
A candidate who fails to submit his research report by the end of a
prescribed period for re-examination or whose research report fails to
satisfy the Committee of Examiners after resubmission, shall be deemed
to have failed the Re-Examination in the research report.
(v)
A candidate shall not be permitted to submit the research report for
re-examination on more than two occasions.
(vi)
A candidate who fails the Part II Re-Examination on the second
occasion shall be deemed to have failed the Part II Examination and
shall not be permitted to repeat the programme of study except in
special circumstances on the recommendation of the Faculty of
Dentistry and with the approval of Senate.
(c) Final Re-Examination
(i)
A candidate who has failed the Final Examination may be permitted a
Re-Examination on one occasion only after repeating such parts of the
course over a period of ONE year except in special circumstances on
the recommendation of the Faculty of Dentistry and such period of
time as determined, shall not exceed one year.
(ii)
A candidate who fails the Re-Examination shall be deemed to have
failed the Final Examination and shall not be permitted to repeat in the
programme of study except in special circumstances on the
recommendation of the Faculty of Dentistry and with the approval of
the Senate.
(d) A candidate who has passed the Re-Examination for the Examinations
mentioned above shall be deemed to have passed the prescribed
Examinations.
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10. Award of the Degree
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry if he
has:
(a) Passed the Part I, Part II and Final Examination for the degree of Master of
Clinical Dentistry as prescribed above; and
(b) Satisfactorily attended the courses in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT), Research Methodology and Biostatistics; and the General
Dentistry.
(1) Award of Pass with Distinction for the Examination
A candidate may be awarded a pass with Distinction in the Part I
Examination, Part II and the Final Examination if he has:
(a) Obtained 75 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks of the
components and at least 70 percent or more of the marks of each
component in the prescribed Examinations;
(b) Not failed any component of the prescribed Examinations; and
(c) Not repeated the prescribed Examinations, any component of the
prescribed Examinations or any part of the programme of study leading to
the prescribed Examinations, except on medical or compassionate
grounds acceptable to the Faculty.
(2) Award of the Degree with Distinction
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry with
Distinction if he has:
(a) Passed with Distinction in the Final Examination as prescribed above; and
(b) Not repeated the Part I or the Part II Examination or the Final Examination
or any part of the programme of study leading to the Part I Examination
or the Part Ii Examination or the Final Examination except on medical or
compassionate grounds acceptable to the Faculty.
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Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology)
Name of Programme :
Faculty
:
Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine and Oral
Pathology)
Dentistry
1. Programme Classification
The Master of Clinical Dentistry programme offered is a clinical coursework
programme in which the research component comprises less than thirty (30)
percent of the whole programme of study.
2. Admission Requirements
(1) Qualifications for Admission
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree in Dentistry and have at least
two years post registration clinical experience in dentistry.
(2) Other Requirement
Fulfil the requirements for admission as prescribed by the Faculty.
(3) English requirement
(a) Obtain a score of 4 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET); OR
(b) Obtain a score of 550 for a total based on the paper, a score of 213 for a
total based on the computer or a score of 80 for a total based on the
internet for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); OR
(c) Obtain a Band 6 for the International English Language Testing System
(IELTS).
3. Duration of Study
This programme shall be extend over a minimum period of four (4) years and a
maximum period of six (6) years.
4. Structure of Programme Study
(1) This programme shall consist of THREE parts:
(a) Part I: comprising instruction in Basic Medical Sciences subjects over a
period of six (6) months.
(b) Part II over a period of thirty (30) months comprising of:
(i) General Dentistry
(ii) Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
(iii) Training in Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology specialty
(iv) Research component in the specialty option leading to the submission
of a research report
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(c) Part III comprising of a clinical attachment in the specialty option, in the
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya or clinical training centre
recognized by the University over a period of twelve (12) months.
(2) The scope of this programme is given in the Course Proforma and Course
Information as given by the department carrying out the specialty
programme.
5. Course Registration
The registration for the programme shall be in the week prior to the
commencement of each academic year.
6. Research Supervision
(1) The appointment of a supervisor shall be done at a point a candidate’s field
of research is approved.
(2) Where necessary, the appointment of a co-supervisor and / or consultant
may be done.
7. Field of Research
The determination of field of research shall be done prior to a candidate’s
embarkation on research work.
8. Submissions
(1) A candidate shall submit his research report art least ONE month before the
commencement date of Part II examination.
(2) Notice for the submission of the research report will be given when the
candidate submits the title of the research project for approval.
(3) A candidate shall submit his log book by the date prescribed by the department
prior to the examination
9. Examination
(1) The examinations leading to the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry shall
comprise of:
(a) Part I Examination
(b) Part II Examination
(c) Final Examination
(2) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Part I Examination unless he has
attended to the satisfaction of the Faculty, the lectures extending over a
period of six months, in Basic Medical Sciences.
(3) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Part II Examination unless he
has:
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(a) Passed or been exempted from the Part I Examination. A candidate may
be exempted from the Part I Examination if he has passed:
(i)
The Examination for Memberships of either
Membership of the Joint Dental Faculty Royal College of Surgeons of
England [MJDF RCS (Eng)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Surgeons of Edinburgh [MFDS RCS (Edin)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow [MFDS RCPS (Glasgow)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry Royal College of Surgeons in
Ireland (MFD RCS (Ire)];
(ii)
(iii)
OR
the examination of any other colleges that may be approved by
the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty from time to
time;
OR
the examination of the Basic Medical Sciences of the University of
Malaya conducted by Faculty of Dentistry, as an external
examination.
AND
(b) Submitted his research report not later than ONE month before the Part II
Examination;
AND
(c) Obtained at least 45% marks of the continuous assessment component of
the Part II Examination.
(4) No candidate shall be permitted to proceed to the Final Examination unless
he has:
(a) Passed the Part II Examination; and
(b) Submitted his log book for examination not later than ONE month before
the Final Examination.
(5) The Part I Examination shall be held at the end of the Part I programme of
study. The Part II Examination shall be held at the end of Part II Programme of
study. The Final Examination shall be held at the end of the Part III
programme of study.
(6) Examination Components and Allocation of Marks
(a) Part I Examination
The components of the Part I Examination and the marks to be allocated
to each component shall be as follows:
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Component
Allocation of Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component Paper I - Multiple choice
A
questions (MCQ)
50
Component Paper II - Short answer
B
questions (SAQ)
50
Grand Total
100
(b) Part II Examination
The components of Part II Examination and the marks to be allocated to
each component shall be as follows:
Component
Allocation of
Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component
Continuous Assessment
A
60
(i) Written paper
Component
B
(ii) Clinical/ practical and
viva voce
70
70
Component Research report and viva
C
voce
100
Total
300
(c) Final Examination
The components of the Final Examination and the marks to be allocated
to each component shall be as follows:
Allocation of
Marks
(Maximum)
Description
(i) Logbook and continuous assessment
60
(ii) Practical +/ Clinical +/ Viva voce
40
Total
100
(7) Requirements for Passing an Examination
A candidate shall be deemed to have passed the Examinations prescribed
below if he has obtained:
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(a) Part I Examination
50 percent or more of the marks for each of the Component A and
Component B of the Part I Examination.
(b) Part II Examination
(i)
50 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks for
Component A, Component B and Component C of the Part II
Examination;
(ii)
45 percent or more of the marks for each of the sub Component (i)
and (ii) of Component B of the Part II Examination; and
(iii)
50 percent or more of the marks for Component C of the Part II
Examination.
(c) Final Examination
50 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks for the
components of the Final Examination.
(8) Repeating an Examination
(a) Part I Re-Examination
(i)
A candidate who has failed the Part I Examination may be permitted
a Re-Examination on one occasion only after repeating such parts of
the course over a period of time as determined by the Committee of
Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii)
The Part I Re-Examination shall consist of the same components and
shall be assessed and graded in the same manner as prescribed for
the main Part I Examination.
(iii)
A candidate who fails the Part I Re-Examination shall be deemed to
have failed the Part I Examination but shall be permitted, on the
recommendation of the Committee of Examiners and with the
approval of the Faculty of Dentistry, to repeat the Part I of the
programme of study.
(iv)
A candidate who fails the Part I Examination after repeating his
programme of study shall be terminated from the Master of Clinical
Dentistry degree programme and be refused readmission to the
programme.
(b) Part II Re-Examination
(i)
(A) A candidate who has failed Component B AND Component C
of the Part II Examination may be permitted a Re-Examination on two
occasions after repeating such parts of the course over a period of
time as may be determined by the Committee of Examiners and
approved by the Faculty.
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(B) A candidate who has failed either Component B OR Component C
of the Part II Examination may be granted a provisional pass in the
component that he has passed and be required to re-sit on two
occasions, only the component that he has failed after repeating
such parts of the course over a period of time as may be determined
by the Committee of Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii) The Part II Re-Examination shall be assessed and graded in the same
manner as prescribed for the main Part II Examination.
(iii) A candidate’s research report that is deemed unsatisfactory by the
Committee of Examiners may be referred for further work over a
period of time to be determined by the Committee of Examiners
except that such periods of time as determined, shall not exceed
one year on any one occasion. At the end of the prescribed period
the candidate shall be required to re-submit the research report for
re-examination.
(iv) A candidate who fails to submit his research report by the end of a
prescribed period for re-examination or whose research report fails to
satisfy the Committee of Examiners after resubmission, shall be
deemed to have failed the Re-Examination in the research report.
(v) A candidate shall not be permitted to submit the research report for
re-examination on more than two occasions.
(vi) A candidate who fails the Part II Re-Examination on the second
occasion shall be deemed to have failed the Part II Examination and
shall not be permitted to repeat the programme of study except in
special circumstances on the recommendation of the Faculty of
Dentistry and with the approval of Senate.
(c) Final Re-Examination
(i) A candidate who has failed the Final Examination may be permitted
a Re-Examination on one occasion only after repeating such parts of
the course over a period of ONE year except in special circumstances
on the recommendation of the Faculty of Dentistry and such period of
time as determined, shall not exceed one year.
(ii) A candidate who fails the Re-Examination shall be deemed to have
failed the Final Examination and shall not be permitted to repeat in
the programme of study except in special circumstances on the
recommendation of the Faculty of Dentistry and with the approval of
the Senate.
(d) A candidate who has passed the Re-Examination for the Examinations
mentioned above shall be deemed to have passed the prescribed
Examinations.
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10. Award of the Degree
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry if he
has:
(a) Passed the Part I, Part II and Final Examination for the degree of Master of
Clinical Dentistry as prescribed above; and
(b) Satisfactorily attended the courses in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT), Research Methodology and Biostatistics; and the General
Dentistry.
(1) Award of Pass with Distinction for the Examination
A candidate may be awarded a pass with Distinction in the Part I
Examination, Part II and the Final Examination if he has:
(a) Obtained 75 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks of the
components and at least 70 percent or more of the marks of each
component in the prescribed Examinations;
(b) Not failed any component of the prescribed Examinations; and
(c) Not repeated the prescribed Examinations, any component of the
prescribed Examinations or any part of the programme of study leading to
the prescribed Examinations, except on medical or compassionate
grounds acceptable to the Faculty.
(2) Award of the Degree with Distinction
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Clinical Dentistry with
Distinction if he has:
(a) Passed with Distinction in the Final Examination as prescribed above; and
(b) Not repeated the Part I or the Part II Examination or the Final Examination
or any part of the programme of study leading to the Part I Examination
or the Part Ii Examination or the Final Examination except on medical or
compassionate grounds acceptable to the Faculty.
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MASTER OF CLINICAL DENTISTRY
COURSE STRUCTURE
Y
E
A
R
Part I

DXGC 6180 - Basic Medical Sciences and
Oral
Anatomy &Histology
(6 months)


DXGW 6102 - General Dentistry
DXGW 6171 - Information and
Communication
Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
Speciality training in selected option
(DEGC 6180, DCGB 6180)
Research Project
(DEGC 6181, DCGB 6181)
Part I
Examination
I
Y
E
A
R
II
Part II


Y
E
A
R
(30 months)
III
Y
E
A
R
IV
Part III

Part II
Examination
Speciality training in selected option
(DEGC 6180, DCGB 6180)
- Clinical Posting
(includes an overseas attachment option
for part of the posting)
(12 months)
Final
Examination
COURSE CODE & COURSE TITLE
Speciality training options:
(i) DEGC 6180
(ii) DCGB 6180
Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Research Project in specialty options:
(i) DEGC 6180
(ii) DCGB 6180
Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Dean Office
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry and Master of Orthodontics
Course Code*
DXGC 6180
Course Title*
Basic Medical Science
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum
Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face: 125.5 hrs
Guided Learning: 16.5 hrs
Independent learning: 16.5 hrs
Total: 441 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
1. Recognise the processes of growth and development, normal function
and anatomy of the human body with emphasis to the head and neck
region.
2. Explain the pathological basis and path physiology of human disease
3. Discuss the pharmacological basis of commonly used therapeutics.
4. Describe the microorganisms and the common infections of the oral
cavity.
5. Integrate basic medical sciences with clinical signs and symptoms of
diseases relevant for diagnosis and management.
6. Relate important aspects of medical microbiology and immunology to
clinical dentistry.
Transferable Skills
Soft Skills:
Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Continuous
Learning and Information Management
Professional Skills:
Skills to apply Basic Medical Science knowledge in patient management
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Synopsis of Course Contents
Students would be taught the normal and abnormal structures and
functions of the human body, which form the basis of clinical medicine and
dentistry. They would be exposed to the signs and symptoms of human
diseases.
Mode of Delivery (lecture, tutorial,
workshop, etc)
Lectures, seminars and laboratory practical
Assessment Methods
Summative:
Part I examinations assessments
1. Written paper
i)
Component A – MCQs (OBA & EMQ)
ii)
Component B - SAQ
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative Assessment - Mock examination (review session)
Criteria in Summative Assessment
Refer to Examination Regulations, University of Malaya (Masters Degree)
2003
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Dean’s Office
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry and Master of Orthodontics
Course Code*
DXGW 6102
Course Title*
General Dentistry
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum
Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face: 32 hrs
Guided learning: 3 hrs
Independent learning: 69 hrs
Total: 104 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
1. Identify the causes and mechanisms of oral diseases.
2. Interpret the clinical signs & symptoms of diseases.
3. Apply good clinical judgement and ethical conduct in managing
the patient’s oral condition.
4. Evaluate the clinical condition in order to relate to a holistic
approach in the management of the oral conditions.
5. Apply the principles of intra- and extra-oral photography;
perform technique of macro photography and post-production of
the images.
Transferable Skills
Soft skills:
Communication skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Professional skills:
Photograph taking
Synopsis of Course Contents
Consists of a series of lectures to update candidates on the
following disciplines: Community Dentistry, Children’s Dentistry and
Orthodontics, Conservative Dentistry, Forensic Dentistry, Oral
Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine,
Periodontology, Prosthetic Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging.
This course also includes hands-on session on photography.
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Mode of Delivery (lecture, tutorial,
workshop, etc)
Lectures and hands-on
Assessment Methods
Summative - None
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative – quizzes & discussion session
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Marks obtained will be informed via official letter. Final result will
either be PASS or FAIL and class review will be conducted as
remedial session
None
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Not applicable
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry, Master of Orthodontics
and Master of Dental Sciences
Course Code*
DXGW 6171
Course Title*
Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face : 53.5 hrs
Guided learning : 32 hrs
Independent learning : 120 hrs
Total : 205.5 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
1. Demonstrate information search and management skills;
and essential computer skills.
2. Integrate fundamental principles and methodology of
research with biostatistics in dental research.
3. Develop a research proposal with ethical consideration.
4. Display the ability to perform basic and intermediate data
analysis using appropriate statistical methods and interpret
the findings.
5. Justify, organize and present the results through
appropriate summaries and illustrations.
6. Demonstrate ability to appraise scientific papers and write
research report adhering to the appropriate ethical codes.
Transferable Skills
Soft skills:
Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving,
Lifelong Learning and Information Management, Professional, Moral
& Ethics.
Professional skills :
Planning & Conducting Research guided with the fundamental
principles of research, Data management, analysing and
interpretation, Scientific Writing and Scientific Paper Critical
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Appraising skills, Using essential computer software
Synopsis of Course Contents
This course comprises of three components: Research Methodology,
Biostatistics and Computer Literacy. Students will be introduced to
basic methodology and principles in conducting dental research.
Basic concepts in biostatistics are covered and supplemented with
hands-on session using statistical software. The students will be
taught statistical methods commonly employed to enable them to
perform basic analysis, correct interpretation and presentation of
data. Students are exposed to various laboratory procedures and
techniques relevant to their research area; information search and
management skills and essential computer software skills.
Mode of Delivery (lecture,
tutorial, workshop, etc)
Lectures , Practical-demo
Assessment Methods
Summative : None
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative :
1. Practical test for biostatistics
2. Project assignment for computer literacy
3. Project assignment for research methodology
Marks obtained will be informed via official letter. Final result will
either be PASS or FAIL and class review will be conducted as
remedial session
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
None
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Programme
Masters of Clinical Dentistry (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
Course Code*
DCGB 6180
Course Title*
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery(Year I-IV)
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time* (SLT)
Face to face : 532 hrs
Guided learning : 3472 hrs
Independent learning : 4010 hrs
Total : 8014 hrs
Credit Hours*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the programme, the students are able to:
1. Apply basic surgical knowledge in examination and
diagnosis, admission procedures and management of inpatients.
2. Recognise and manage common health problems and
abnormalities of the mouth, face, jaws and related
structures.
3. Perform basic surgical procedures and a range of oral and
maxillofacial procedures and be able to deal with common
complications in peri-operative management of patient.
4. Manage common medical and surgical emergencies
including maxillofacial injuries.
5. Design and conduct a research project and produce case
reports.
6. Integrate relevant clinical information for common human
disease and understand their implication on effective and
ethical management of patient with oral and maxillofacial
problem.
Transferable Skills
Soft Skills:
Year I – Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Profesional Ethics and Moral, Leadership skill
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Year II – Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Profesional Ethics and Moral, Leadership skill
Year III - Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Profesional Ethics and Moral, Leadership skill
Year IV - Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Profesional Ethics and Moral, Leadership skill
Professional skills:
Year I – Laboratory and clinical skills in basic general surgical
procedure. Diagnostic and imaging interpretation skill.
Year II – Multidisciplinary and holistic approach in patient
management.
Year III – Analytical and critical thinking skills in patient management
and research.
Year IV – Clinical skills in patient management, critical thinking skills
and problem solving in patient management and
research.
Synopsis of Course Contents
This specialty training in oral and maxillofacial surgery involves
theoretical and clinical instructions of the science and art of the
specialty. The training emphasises on enhancing clinical acumen
and surgical skill in management of patient with oral and maxillofacial
health problems. Instructions on basic surgical skills were carried out
by practical simulation training prior to performing on patients. The
trainee will carry out management of patients in the clinic, ward and
at accident and emergency unit and perform advanced oral and
maxillofacial surgical procedures. The trainee will be posted to five
different medical disciplines to provide adequate exposure in the
surgical patients care. A one year posting at recognised local or
overseas maxillofacial surgery centres aims to provide wide
exposure to various clinical cases encountered. Training is also
aimed to provide adequate knowledge and experience in designing
and conducting a research project to demonstrate the application of
scientific method to a problem relevant to oral and maxillofacial
surgery.
Method of Delivery (lecture,
tutorial, workshop, etc)
Lecture, tutorial, assignment, seminar, teaching ward round, practical
(intra-operative), consultation clinics (chair-side teaching).
Assessment Methods
Summative:
(I) Part I Examination
Refer Master of Clinical Dentistry; Basic Medical Science
(DXGC 6180)
(II) Part II Examination
1. Component A
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a. Written paper
b. Clinical and viva voce.
c. Continuous Assessment;
i. Presentations.
ii. Student Learning Activities in Seminars, Case
Clinical
Management of Patients and Clinical Requirements.
iii. Log book assessment
iv. Semester Test.
2. Component B
Research Project and viva-voce
(III) Final Examination
1. Log book assessment.
2. Case report presentation
3. Viva-Voce
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative:
1. Periodic (6 monthly) logbook assessment of clinical work
2. Close evaluation of surgical technique during practical (intraoperative) session
3. Assessment of performance during seminars and case
presentation session.
4. Semester /end of posting test.
5. Trial examinations.
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Refer to ‘University of Malaya (Master Degree) Regulations 2010.
Schedule Number Eight, Faculty of Dentistry Part 3’ for details.
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology)
Course Code
DEGC 6180
Course Title
Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology (Year I-IV)
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
Refer to University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Rules and
Regulations 2001
Student Learning Time (SLT)
Face to face: 30 hrs
Guided learning: 4721 hrs
Independent learning: 1163 hrs
Total: 5914 hrs
Credit Hours
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the programme, the students are able to:
1. Recognise the clinical characteristics and the pathological basis
of oral diseases.
2. Demonstrate ability in differential diagnosis of orofacial
conditions.
3. Select relevant clinical and laboratory examination techniques in
order to arrive at a diagnosis and appropriate ethical
management of patient.
4. Perform clinical and pathological techniques required for patient
management and critically appraise a wide variety of tests and
clinical approaches according to evidence based practices.
5. Critically appraise a wide variety of tests and clinical approaches
according to evidence based practices.
6. Integrate exposures obtained during elective posting in
preparation for specialty practice.
Transferable Skills
Soft skills:
Year I - Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Professional Ethics and Moral.
Year II - Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Professional Ethics and Moral.
Year III - Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Professional Ethics and Moral.
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Professional skills:
Year I - Technical and laboratory skills in practical oral pathology.
Year II - Clinical and pathological diagnostic skills.
Year III - Analytical and critical thinking skills in patient management
and research.
Synopsis of Course Contents
Students will first be introduced to a broad range of
clinicopathological characteristics of orofacial diseases through
seminars, project assignments, and problem solving, practical and
clinical sessions. Students will then synthesize the knowledge and
apply it for orofacial disease diagnosis and patient management.
Through role modelling, they will simulate sensitivity when managing
patients as well as develop good ethical conduct. Finally, the
students will acquire extra body of experience through attachments to
different clinical and laboratory units outside University of Malaya
with an option of an overseas attachment. Through continuous
seminar presentations and journal clubs, students will learn to
engage in lifelong learning such that there is the application of
evidence based knowledge in diagnosis and management of
orofacial diseases.
Mode of Delivery (lecture,
tutorial, workshop, etc)
Lectures, Seminars, Clinics, Oral Pathology Practical and Biopsy
Reporting and Supervised Research Project.
Assessment Methods
Summative:
(I) Part I Examination
Refer to Master of Clinical Dentistry; Basic Medical Science
(DEGC 6180)
(II) Part II Examinations
1. Component A
a. Written paper
b. Clinical and viva voce
c. Continuous Assessment:
i.
Evaluations on Student Learning Activities, Clinical
Patient Management and Practical/Biopsy
Reporting.
ii.
Evaluation on Project Assignments
iii.
Semester Tests
2. Component B
Research project report and viva-voce
(III) Final Examination
a) Logbook assessments(Clinical/Pathological log of
activities book, reflection, case reports,
consultants’/supervisors evaluation)
b) Viva-voce
Methodologies for Feedback
on Performance
Formative:
1. Evaluation of clinical work during each clinical session
2. Evaluation of practical oral pathology
3. Direct feedback of performance during seminars, journal
club, case presentations and biopsy reporting
4. Review of tests and assignments
5. Research Project Presentations
6. Supervisor – student Meetings
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Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Refer to ‘University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2010.
Schedule Number Eight, Faculty of Dentistry Part 3’ for details.
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Master of Orthodontics
Programme :
Faculty
:
Master of Orthodontics
Dentistry
1. Programme of Study
The Master of Orthodontics programme offered is a clinical coursework
programme in which the research component comprises less than thirty (30)
percent of the whole programme of study.
2. Admission Requirements
(1) Qualifications for Admission
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree in Dentistry and have at least
two years post registration clinical experience in dentistry.
(2) English requirement
(a) Obtain a score of 4 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET); OR
(b) Obtain a score of 550 for a total based on the paper, a score of 213 for a
total based on the computer or a score of 80 for a total based on the
internet for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); OR
(c) Obtain a Band 6 for the International English Language Testing System
(IELTS).
(3) Other Requirement
Fulfill the requirements for admission as prescribed by the Faculty.
3. Duration of Study
This programme shall be extend over a minimum period of four (4) years and a
maximum period of six (6) years.
4. Structure of Programme Study
(1) This programme shall consist of TWO parts:
(a) Part I: comprising instruction in Basic Medical Sciences subjects over a
period of six (6) months.
(b) Part II over a period of forty-two (42) months comprising of:
(i) General Dentistry
(ii) Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
(iii) Teaching, training and coursework in Orthodontics speciality; and
(iv) Research component leading to the submission of a research report
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(2) The scope of this programme is given in the Course Proforma and Course
Information as given by the department carrying out the orthodontics
programme
5. Registration
Registration for courses shall be in a week prior to the commencement of each
academic year.
6. Research Supervision
(1) The appointment of a supervisor shall be done at a point a candidate’s field
of research is approved.
(2) Where necessary, the appointment of a co-supervisor may be done.
7. Field of Research
The determination of field of research shall be done prior to a candidate’s
embarkation on research work.
8. Submissions
(1) A candidate shall submit his research report art least ONE month before the
commencement date of Part II examination.
(2) Notice for the submission of the research report will be given when the
candidate submits the title of the research project for approval.
(3) A candidate shall submit his log book by the date prescribed by the department
prior to the examination.
9. Examination
(1) The examination leading to the degree of Master of Orthodontics by clinical
coursework shall be the:
(a) Part I Examination; and
(b) Final Examination
(2) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Part I Examination unless he has
attended to the satisfaction of the Faculty, the lectures extending over a
period of six months, in Basic Medical Sciences.
(3) No candidate shall be permitted to sit for the Final Examination unless he has:
(a) Passed or been exempted from the Part I Examination. A candidate may
be exempted from the Part I Examination if he has passed:
(i)
The Examination for Memberships of either
Membership of the Joint Dental Faculty Royal College of Surgeons of
England [MJDF RCS (Eng)]; or
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Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Surgeons of Edinburgh [MFDS RCS (Edin)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow [MFDS RCPS (Glasgow)]; or
Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry Royal College of Surgeons in
Ireland (MFD RCS (Ire)];
OR
(ii) the examination of any other colleges that may be approved by
the Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty from time to
time;
OR
(iii) the examination of the Basic Medical Sciences of the University of
Malaya conducted by Faculty of Dentistry, as an external
examination.
AND
(d) Submitted his research report not later than ONE month before the Final
Examination.
AND
(e) Obtained at least 45% marks of the continuous assessment component of
the Final Examinations.
(4) The Part I Examination shall be held at the end of the Part I programme of
study. The Final Examination shall be held at the end of the Part II programme
of study.
(5) Examination Components and Allocation of Marks
(a) Part I Examination
The components of the Part I Examination and the marks to be allocated
to each component shall be as follows:
Component
Allocation of Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component Paper I - Multiple choice
A
questions(MCQ)
Component Paper II - Short
B
questions (SAQ)
50
answer
50
Grand Total
100
(b) Final Examination
The components of Final Examination and the marks to be allocated to
each component shall be as follows:
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Component
Allocation of Marks
(Maximum)
Description
Component A Continuous Assessment
Component B
Component C
60
(i) Written paper
40
(ii) Clinical/ practical and
viva voce
100
Research report and viva
voce
100
Total
300
(6) Requirements for Passing an Examination
A candidate shall be deemed to have passed the Examinations prescribed
below if he has obtained:
(a) Part I Examination
50 percent or more of the marks for each of the Component A and
Component B of the Part I Examination.
(b) Final Examination
(i)
50 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks for
Component A, Component B and Component C of the Part II
Examination;
(ii) 45 percent or more of the marks for each of the sub Component (i)
and (ii) of Component B of the Final Examination; and
(iii) 50 percent or more of the marks for Component C of the Final
Examination.
(7) Repeating an Examination
(a) Part I Re-Examination
(i)
A candidate who has failed the Part I Examination may be permitted
a Re-Examination on one occasion only after repeating such parts of
the course over a period of time as determined by the Committee of
Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii) The Part I Re-Examination shall consist of the same components and
shall be assessed and graded in the same manner as prescribed for
the main Part I Examination.
(iii) A candidate who fails the Part I Re-Examination shall be deemed to
have failed the Part I Examination but shall be permitted, on the
recommendation of the Committee of Examiners and with the
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approval of the Faculty of Dentistry, to repeat the Part I of the
programme of study.
(iv) A candidate who fails the Part I Examination after repeating his
programme of study shall be terminated from the Master of
Orthodontics degree programme and be refused readmission to the
programme.
(b) Final Re-Examination
(i)
(A) A candidate who has failed Component B and Component C of
the Final Examination may be permitted a Re-Examination on two
occasions in the components that he has failed after repeating such
parts of the course over a period of time as may be determined by
the Committee of Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(B) A candidate who has failed either Component B or Component
C of the Final Examination may be granted a provisional pass in the
component that he has passed and be required to re-sit on two
occasions, only the component that he has failed after repeating
such parts of the course over a period of time as may be determined
by the Committee of Examiners and approved by the Faculty.
(ii) The Final Re-Examination shall be assessed and graded in the same
manner as prescribed for the main Final Examination.
(iii) A candidate’s research report that is deemed unsatisfactory by the
Committee of Examiners may be referred for further work over a
period of time to be determined by the Committee of Examiners
except that such periods of time as determined, shall not exceed
one year on any one occasion. At the end of the prescribed period
the candidate shall be required to re-submit the research report for
re-examination.
(iv) A candidate who fails to submit his research report by the end of a
prescribed period for re-examination or whose research report fails to
satisfy the Committee of Examiners after resubmission, shall be
deemed to have failed the Re-Examination in the research report.
(v) A candidate shall not be permitted to submit the research report for
re-examination on more than two occasions.
(vi) A candidate who fails the Final Re-Examination on the second
occasion shall be deemed to have failed the Final Examination and
shall not be permitted to repeat the programme of study except in
special circumstances on the recommendation of the Faculty of
Dentistry and with the approval of Senate.
(c) A candidate who has passed the Re-Examination for the Examinations
mentioned above shall be deemed to have passed the prescribed
Examinations.
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10. Award of the Degree
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Orthodontics if he has:
(a) Passed the Part I and Final Examination for the degree of Master of
Orthodontics as prescribed above; and
(b) Satisfactorily attended the courses in Information and Communication
Technology (ICT), Research Methodology and Biostatistics; and the General
Dentistry
(1) Award of Pass with Distinction for the Examination
A candidate may be awarded a pass with Distinction in the Part I
Examination or the Final Examination if he has:
(a) Obtained 75 percent or more of the aggregate combined marks of the
components and at least 70 percent or more of the marks of each
component in the prescribed examinations;
(b) Not failed any component of the prescribed examinations; and
(c) Not repeated the prescribed examinations, any component of the
prescribed examinations or any part of the programme of study leading
to the prescribed examinations, except on medical or compassionate
grounds acceptable to the Faculty.
(2) Award of the Degree with Distinction
A candidate may be awarded the degree of Master of Orthodontics with
Distinction if he has:
(a) Passed with distinction in the Final Examination; and
(b) Not repeated the Part I or the Final Examination or any part of the
programme of study leading to the Part I Examination or the Final
Examination except on medical or compassionate grounds acceptable
to the Faculty.
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MASTER OF ORTHODONTICS
COURSE STRUCTURE
Y
E
A
R
Part I

DXGC 6180 - Basic Medical Sciences and
Oral
Anatomy &Histology
(6 months)


DXGW 6102 - General Dentistry
DXGW 6171 - Information and
Communication Technology (ICT),
Research Methodology and Biostatistics
DOGQ 6180 - Speciality training in
Orthodontics
 Clinical Posting
(includes an overseas attachment option
for part of the posting)
DOGC 6181 - Research Project
Part I
Examination
I
Y
E
A
R
Part II

II
Y
E
A
R

III
Y
E
A
R
IV
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Examination
53
UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Dean Office
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry and Master of Orthodontics
Course Code*
DXGC 6180
Course Title*
Basic Medical Science
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum
Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face: 125.5 hrs
Guided Learning: 16.5 hrs
Independent learning: 16.5 hrs
Total: 441 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
7. Recognise the processes of growth and development, normal function
and anatomy of the human body with emphasis to the head and neck
region.
8. Explain the pathological basis and path physiology of human disease
9. Discuss the pharmacological basis of commonly used therapeutics.
10. Describe the microorganisms and the common infections of the oral
cavity.
11. Integrate basic medical sciences with clinical signs and symptoms of
diseases relevant for diagnosis and management.
12. Relate important aspects of medical microbiology and immunology to
clinical dentistry.
Transferable Skills
Soft Skills:
Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Continuous
Learning and Information Management
Professional Skills:
Skills to apply Basic Medical Science knowledge in patient management
Synopsis of Course Contents
Students would be taught the normal and abnormal structures and
functions of the human body, which form the basis of clinical medicine and
dentistry. They would be exposed to the signs and symptoms of human
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diseases.
Mode of Delivery (lecture, tutorial,
workshop, etc)
Lectures, seminars and laboratory practical
Assessment Methods
Summative:
Part I examinations assessments
2. Written paper
iii)
Component A – MCQs (OBA & EMQ)
iv)
Component B - SAQ
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative Assessment - Mock examination (review session)
Criteria in Summative Assessment
Refer to Examination Regulations, University of Malaya (Masters Degree)
2003
UM-PT01-PK03-BR003(BI)-S03
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Dean’s Office
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry and Master of Orthodontics
Course Code*
DXGW 6102
Course Title*
General Dentistry
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum
Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face: 32 hrs
Guided learning: 3 hrs
Independent learning: 69 hrs
Total: 104 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
6. Identify the causes and mechanisms of oral diseases.
7. Interpret the clinical signs & symptoms of diseases.
8. Apply good clinical judgement and ethical conduct in managing
the patient’s oral condition.
9. Evaluate the clinical condition in order to relate to a holistic
approach in the management of the oral conditions.
10. Apply the principles of intra- and extra-oral photography;
perform technique of macro photography and post-production of
the images.
Transferable Skills
Soft skills:
Communication skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Professional skills:
Photograph taking
Synopsis of Course Contents
Consists of a series of lectures to update candidates on the
following disciplines: Community Dentistry, Children’s Dentistry and
Orthodontics, Conservative Dentistry, Forensic Dentistry, Oral
Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine,
Periodontology, Prosthetic Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging.
This course also includes hands-on session on photography.
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Mode of Delivery (lecture, tutorial,
workshop, etc)
Lectures and hands-on
Assessment Methods
Summative - None
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative – quizzes & discussion session
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Marks obtained will be informed via official letter. Final result will
either be PASS or FAIL and class review will be conducted as
remedial session
None
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Not applicable
Programme
Master of Clinical Dentistry, Master of Orthodontics
and Master of Dental Sciences
Course Code*
DXGW 6171
Course Title*
Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Research
Methodology and Biostatistics
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face : 53.5 hrs
Guided learning : 32 hrs
Independent learning : 120 hrs
Total : 205.5 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
7. Demonstrate information search and management skills;
and essential computer skills.
8. Integrate fundamental principles and methodology of
research with biostatistics in dental research.
9. Develop a research proposal with ethical consideration.
10. Display the ability to perform basic and intermediate data
analysis using appropriate statistical methods and interpret
the findings.
11. Justify, organize and present the results through
appropriate summaries and illustrations.
12. Demonstrate ability to appraise scientific papers and write
research report adhering to the appropriate ethical codes.
Transferable Skills
Soft skills:
Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving,
Lifelong Learning and Information Management, Professional, Moral
& Ethics.
Professional skills :
Planning & Conducting Research guided with the fundamental
principles of research, Data management, analysing and
interpretation, Scientific Writing and Scientific Paper Critical
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Appraising skills, Using essential computer software
Synopsis of Course Contents
This course comprises of three components: Research Methodology,
Biostatistics and Computer Literacy. Students will be introduced to
basic methodology and principles in conducting dental research.
Basic concepts in biostatistics are covered and supplemented with
hands-on session using statistical software. The students will be
taught statistical methods commonly employed to enable them to
perform basic analysis, correct interpretation and presentation of
data. Students are exposed to various laboratory procedures and
techniques relevant to their research area; information search and
management skills and essential computer software skills.
Mode of Delivery (lecture,
tutorial, workshop, etc)
Lectures , Practical-demo
Assessment Methods
Summative : None
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative :
4. Practical test for biostatistics
5. Project assignment for computer literacy
6. Project assignment for research methodology
Marks obtained will be informed via official letter. Final result will
either be PASS or FAIL and class review will be conducted as
remedial session
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
None
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Dentistry
Department
Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics
Programme
Master of Orthodontics (MOrth)
Course Code*
DOGQ 6181
Course Title*
Research Report (Orthodontics)
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum
Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face: 0 hrs
Guided learning: 775 hrs
Independent learning: 3 hrs
Total: 778 hours
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, the students are able to:
1.
Recognise the characteristics of a research proposal and
protocol.
2.
Design a research protocol.
3.
Construct a research grant application and medical ethics
application where appropriate.
4.
Perform the research activities.
5.
Organize, analyse and interpret data obtained.
6.
Discuss and defend research findings
Transferable Skills
In year 2&3, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving, Teamwork, Continuous Learning and Information
Management, Professional Ethics and Moral, Leadership to be
applied in scientific evidence finding when planning and writing
research proposal and grant application and to be applied in
analytical and critical thinking skills in research activities and data
management.
Synopsis of Course Contents
Course aimed to provide adequate knowledge and experience in
designing and conducting a research project to demonstrate the
application of scientific method to a problem relevant to conservative
dentistry. Skills in preparing a grant application are also
emphasized.
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Mode of Delivery (lecture, tutorial,
workshop, etc)
Seminar presentation, research project assignment and practical.
Assessment Methods*
Summative:
Part II Examination-Research report assessment and viva voce
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Formative Assessment:
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Refer to ‘University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2001
Schedule Number Eight, Faculty of Dentistry Part 3
-Feedback from research supervisors
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA
UNIT PENGURUSAN PENJAMINAN KUALITI
[email protected]
COURSE PROFORMA
IMPORTANT:
Contents of this Pro Forma shall not be changed without the Senate’s for items indicated with *. Changes
to the other items can be approved at the Academy/Faculty/Institution/Centre level.
Academy/Faculty/Centre
Faculty of Dentistry
Department
Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics
Programme
Master of Orthodontics (MOrth)
Course Code*
DOGQ 6180
Course Title*
Orthodontics (Year I – Year IV)
Course Pre-requisite(s)/
Minimum Requirement(s)
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)*
Face to face : 53 hrs
Guided learning :3862 hrs
Independent learning : 1379 hrs
Assessment : 20 hrs
Credit*
Not applicable
Learning Outcomes*
On completion of the course, students are able to:
1. Explain the concept of growth and development of craniofacial
structures, the theory of the development of normal occlusion,
the physiology of tooth movement and aetiology of
malocclusions, demonstrate skill to diagnose patients, and
formulate and choose the appropriate treatment plan.
2. Demonstrate ability to treat various types of malocclusion with
removable and fixed appliances, employ various types of
techniques and treatment mechanics, and evaluate the risk and
benefits of the orthodontic treatment.
3. Integrate the knowledge on multidisciplinary orthodontics
management in conjunction with other disciplines.
4. Critically review and appraise scientific literature, conduct
research proposal before conducting the research and able to
prepare report of research finding.
5. Evaluate and apply current knowledge and methodologies in
providing specialist orthodontic care or to practice orthodontics
at an advanced (specialise) level based on current knowledge
and demonstrate the ability to respect patient’s confidentiality
and have ethical consideration in managing patient.
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Transferable Skills
In the year one, hopefully the students will be able to acquired
Communication Skills.
In the year two, students are expected to be expert in Communication
Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, and Team Work.
In the year three, students are expected to be expert in
Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team
Work, Continuous Learning and Information Management,
Professional Ethics and Moral.
In the year four, students will be able to express Communication
Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team Work,
Continuous Learning and Information Management, Professional
Ethics and Moral, Leadership.
Professional Skills:
Technical and laboratory skills in orthodontics for patient
management and
skills to examine and assess the patients are implemented in first
year.
Diagnostic and analytical skills in orthodontic problems and
management and treatment of orthodontic patients with various types
of orthodontic appliances
As well as multidisciplinary approach in patient management are
implemented in second year.
Analytical and critical thinking skills in patient management and
research and
able to manage and treat orthodontic patients at an advanced /
specialise level are implemented in third year.
Clinical skill in patient management, analytical and critical thinking
and problem solving ability in research as well as patient
management are implemented in forth year.
Synopsis of Course Contents
First year comprises courses in Basic Medical Science (first 6
months), General Dentistry and Computer Literacy, Research
Methodology and Biostatistics. Clinical training will start with typodont
workshop, seminars, journal club and multidisciplinary combined
clinics in the 2nd semester of first year. Clinical session starts
simultaneous up to the final year. This speciality training in
orthodontic involves theoretical and clinical instructions in orthodontic
treatment and their scientific basis. Laboratory techiniques and
procedures are included to complement the clinical management of
patients. Emphasis is also placed on the relationship of oral surgery,
periodontology, prosthodontics, endodontics and other relevant
clinical disciplines to orthodontics.
Training is also aimed to provide adequate knowledge and
experience in designing and conducting a research project to
demonstrate the application of scientific methods to a problem
relevant to orthodontics. The students are required to undergo clinical
attachment or clinical observerships for about 8 to 9 weeks at
recognized orthodontic centres abroad such as the United Kingdom
in the second semester of 3rd year. This course is also designed to
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prepare students for the Membership in Orthodontics of the Royal
Colleges of Surgeons in United Kingdom.
Mode of Delivery (lecture,
tutorial, workshop, etc)
Seminar, Clinical, Lecture, Demo, Practical, Workshop, Conference,
Journal Club, Clinical attachment, Supervise undergraduate student
Assessment Methods
Summative:
1. Part I Examination
Refer to Master of Clinical Dentistry, Basic Medical Science
(DXGC 6180)
2. Final examination
i. Component A
a) Written paper
b) Clinical/practical and viva
 Clinical case histories oral / 5 cases presentation
 Short case/ diagnostic test
 Long case / clinical examination with patients
 General viva / oral examination
ii. Component B
 Research report and viva voce
Methodologies for Feedback on
Performance
Criteria in Summative
Assessment
Formative:
1. Evaluation (satisfactory or not) of wire bending exercise and
typodont (Year I) after the exercise by the technicians or
lecturers.
2. Evaluation and grading of clinical work during practical and
clinical teaching sessions after every clinical session by
supervisors.
3. Students’ appraisal (Year III and IV). Feedback will be given
when at the student lecturer meeting.
4. Consultant’s report (Year III). Feedback will be given by the
consultants when students undergoing their clinical attachment
abroad.
5. Open book and timed essay (Year IV). Grad will be given to
student after 1 week.
6. Logbook assessment (Year IV). Feedback from the supervisors
will be given whether the cases treated by students are
satisfactory or not.
7. Mock clinical examinations (Year IV). Feedback will be given
after the exam by the examiners.
Refer to ‘University of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulations 2001.
Schedule Number Eight, Faculty of Dentistry Part 3’ for details.
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SEMESTER DATES FOR 2011/2012 SESSION FOR
MASTER OF CLINICAL DENTISTRY & MASTER OF ORTHODONTICS
PROGRAMME (YEAR I)
SEMESTER I
Classes
8 weeks
05.09.2011 – 30.10.2011
Mid semester break
2 weeks
31.10.2011 – 13.11.2011
Classes
7 weeks
14.11.2011 – 01.01.2012
Break
1 week
02.01.2012 – 08.01.2012
Classes
4 weeks
09.01.2012 – 05.02.2012
Semester break
1 week
06.02.2012 – 12.02.2012
SEMESTER II
Revision / Trial Exam
4 weeks
13.02.2012 – 11.03.2012
Examination
2 weeks
12.03.2012 – 25.03.2012
Mid semester break
1 week
26.03.2012 – 01.04.2012
Classes
10 weeks
02.04.2012 – 10.06.2012
Semester break
2 weeks
11.06.2012 – 24.06.2012
8 weeks
25.06.2012 – 19.08.2012
2 weeks
20.08.2012 – 02.09.2012
Classes / Revision
(1 week)
Semester break /
Re-examination
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Master of Dental Science
Name of Programme : Master of Dental Science
Mode
: By Research
Faculty
: Dentistry
1. Programme Classification
The Master of Dental Science programme offered is a research programme in
which the research component comprises one hundred (100) of the whole
programme of study.
2. Admission Requirements
(1) Qualifications for Admission
A Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in any Science Discipline
(2) Other requirement
A candidate may be required to pass an assessment for admission which has
been decided by the Faculty
(3) English Language Requirement
Non-Malaysian candidates who obtained their degree or degrees from the
University or an institute of higher education which does not use English
Language as the language medium for a degree or degrees with regards to
those who want to write their thesis in English Language or where the studying
programme of the degree which they want to follow is conducted in English
Language is required to:
(a) Obtain a score of 550 for a total based on paper, a score of 213 for a
total based on the computer or score of 80 for a total based on the
internet for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); OR
(b) Obtain a Band 6 for the International English Language Testing System
(IELTS).
3. Duration of Study
This programme of study shall extend over a minimum period of two (2) semesters
and a maximum period of eight (8) semesters.
4. Structure of Programme of Study
(1)
This programme is a research programme leading to the submission of a
dissertation and the format is as provided in the University of Malaya
(Master’s Degree) Rules 2010 and University of Malaya (Master’s Degree)
Regulations 2010.
(2)
However, a candidate has to attend the programme compulsory course
which is the Research Methodology course (DXGW 6171).
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5. Course Registration
A candidate for a Master’s degree by dissertation may register for the
programme of study at anytime but not later than one year from the date the
offer of admission is made.
6. Research Supervision
(1)
The appointment of a supervisor shall be done at a point a candidate’s field
of research is approved.
(2)
Where necessary, the appointment of a co-supervisor may be done.
(3)
The supervisor and co-supervisor shall be appointed at the time specified in
the relevant Schedule to these Regulations for the particular programme of
study. The consultant shall be appointed at the same time as the
appointment of the supervisor or such other time as the need arises.
(4)
The supervisor, co-supervisor and consultant appointed for a candidate of a
Master’s degree programme other than a clinical Master’s degree
programme shall submit a periodic progress report on the candidate each
semester to the Dean who shall then forward it to the Faculty.
(5)
The supervisor and co-supervisor appointed for a candidate of clinical
Master’s degree programme shall submit a six-monthly report on the
candidate to the Head of Department responsible for the candidate’s
programme of study. The consultant appointed for a candidate Master’s
degree programme shall also submit a report on the candidate to the Head
of Department responsible for the candidate’s programme of study at the
end of each posting and six months’ interval for a posting longer than six
months.
(6)
A candidate whose progress is not satisfactory may have his candidature
terminated by the Senate.
7. Field of Research
(1)
The Faculty shall approve the field of research for a research report and
dissertation of a candidate as specified in the relevant Schedule to these
regulations for the particular programme of study.
(2)
The title of a dissertation shall be submitted to the Faculty for approval when
the candidate gives notice for submission of his dissertation under the
regulation of these Regulations.
8. Submissions
(1)
The dissertation shall be written in English.
(2)
A candidate shall give at least three months notice in writing to the Registrar
of his intention to submit his dissertation for examination.
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9. Examination
(1)
A dissertation shall be examined, assessed and
(a) awarded a Pass with Distinction, Pass, or Fail; OR
(b) referred for corrections without re-examination; OR
(c) referred for further work and be submitted for re-examination.
Marks and grade shall not be awarded in the examination of a dissertation.
10. Award of the Degree
(1)
(2)
For the purpose of graduation, a candidate must
(a)
attain a pass in his dissertation examination;
(b)
if available or required, pass the viva voce and other tests that are
prescribed;
(c)
fulfil other requirements as prescribed by the faculty for his Master’s
degree programme; and
(d)
fulfil the language requirements as prescribed for his Master’s degree
programme.
A candidate may be conferred the degree of Master (with Distinction) if he
has:
(a)
(b)
(3)
Fulfil the requirements for graduation mentioned
Submitted a dissertation that is recommended for a Pass with
Distinction by the Committee of Examiners
A dissertation may be awarded a Pass with Distinction if:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
It is recommended for a Pass with Distinction in the reports of all the
examiners;
It is recommended for a Pass with Distinction by the Committee of
Examiners;
It is completed and submitted by the candidate for examination
during a period not exceeding four semesters from the initial date of
registration of the candidate;
It has not been submitted for re-examination;
Further tests in whatever form or viva voce are not required.
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Doctor of Philosophy
Name of Programme
Mode
Faculty
:
:
:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
By Research
Dentistry
Refer to University of Malaya (Degree of Doctor Philosophy) Regulations 2007.
[Can be viewed and downloaded from the Institute of Graduate Studies (IPS) or
Faculty’s webpage]
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