Dentistry PhD is an undergraduate degree at University of Birmingham, based in Birmingham, taught full-time over 3 years.
About this course
Our Dentistry PhD/MSc by Research will equip you with the skills you need to contribute to research that focuses on the scientific basis of oral and dental disease, providing innovative solutions to important problems significantly impacting the population and help to deliver a vision for improving oral and general health.
As part of the School of Dentistry, you will work amongst the very best researchers to produce original and distinctive globally leading research, with the ultimate aim to provide novel diagnostic and therapeutic solutions to the most common oral and general health problems.
Our PhD/MSc by Research program is intended for students who wish to obtain high quality research training that will enable them to conduct independent investigative research.
You can choose from a range of research areas within Dentistry covering:
- Biomaterials
- Primary Dental Care
- Tissue Injury and Repair
You will work closely with your supervisory team who will help you clarify your project and support your development. Your thesis will represent an original contribution to knowledge and demonstrate independent judgement.
Study Options
This course is available in 4 study options:
Duration: 6 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MSc (Res)
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc (Res)
Location: Birmingham
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Birmingham
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Medicine, Dentistry
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ