Advanced Dental Implantology MSc

Having expanded your understanding of dental implantology topics and evidence-based dental care via the Cambridge Academy of Postgraduate Dentistry PG Cert/Bridging program or PG diploma, this 90-credit top-up program represents an opportunity to further solidify your knowledge and top up to masters. Developed in partnership with CAofPD, this program enables you to assimilate your existing knowledge and attain an advanced level of understanding within your selected area of focus. <br/><br/>This is achieved through the completion of a 30-credit advanced research methods module, complemented by a 60-credit individual research project that pertains directly to clinical practice. Throughout your journey, you will benefit from collaborative academic guidance and support, ensuring a comprehensive and impactful educational experience. <br/><br/>**How you will learn**<br/>Throughout your journey, you will benefit from collaborative academic guidance and support, ensuring a comprehensive and impactful educational experience. You will study two modules consisting of a total of 90 credits to contribute to the 180 credits required for a masters qualification. Each credit is equivalent to 10 learning hours; these may include but are not limited to online lectures, seminars, tutorials, small group activity, reading, formative assessment activity, other independent study and reflecting on assignment feedback.<br/><br/>**What you will learn**<br/><br/>**Advanced Research Methods – 30 credits**<br/>The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge and skills in designing, conducting and appraising research. Upon completion, you will:<br/><br/><br/>- Develop a suitable research question based on the reading of literature and plan a programme of research.<br/><br/><br/>- Be able to select and implement appropriate quantitative and qualitative techniques for different research questions and designs.<br/><br/><br/>**Research Project – 60 credits**<br/>The aim of the module is to give you the opportunity to research a topic which is of professional interest and importance. Directed study of the most up-to-date literature relevant to the field of implant dentistry will allow you to develop a contemporary understanding of the subject matter and provide a critical appraisal of published evidence in the selected field.<br/><br/>This module provides students with the opportunity to plan and manage their own research project subject to ethical clearance. Knowledge gained from undertaking the core Research Methods module (DI4ARM) is required.