Find & Compare Dentistry Degree Courses in Malaysia

Dentistry involves diagnosing, treating and preventing oral diseases and conditions.

Oral disease is one of the top public health issues in the world, due to its prevalent nature and how it can affect a person’s overall general health. The dental discipline is important to educate, prevent, diagnose and treat these prevalent diseases.

A Dentistry degree will equip you with the necessary scientific knowledge and the appropriate skills needed to operate with the latest oral healthcare tools and equipment.

To pursue a Degree in Dentistry, the typical entry requirements are:

• A-Level: Minimum BBB, ABC or AAC in Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Maths; or
• STPM: Minimum BBB, ABC or AAC in Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Maths; or
• Australian Matriculation: Minimum of ATAR 80 or average of 80% in Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Maths; or
• Foundation in Science: Minimum CGPA of 3.0 including Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Maths

You will usually also need to have at least 5Bs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and one additional subject at SPM, O-Level or equivalent.

That said, the entry requirements may vary depending on the university, so be sure to do your research!

To pursue a Degree in Dentistry, you need to have an SPM qualification or equivalent and a Pre-U qualification. You must also meet the minimum entry requirements of the university.

A Degree in Dentistry is usually 5 years long.

Upon completing a Degree in Dentistry, you will usually go through a one-year compulsory service with the government.

After that, most dentists will work for a few years before choosing an area of specialisation, such as orthodontics, paediatric dentistry and periodontology. The process of specialisation is approximately 3 years long.

The standard path upon completing a Degree in Dentistry is to be a dentist.

Various employment opportunities await Dentistry graduates, such as:

• Government Hospitals
• Private Oral Health Care Clinics
• Community Health Centres
• Dental Colleges and Universities
• Armed Forces Clinics

Different students may have different preferences when it comes to choosing the right university. Here are some questions to consider when making a decision.

• Is the institution’s Dentistry course accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)?
• Is the institution’s Dentistry Degree recognised by the Malaysian Dental Council (MDC)?
• Do you understand the fees of the course, and are the costs affordable to you?
• Are you comfortable with the location of the university?
• Have you visited the campus, and do you like the campus environment and facilities?
• What support services does the institution have to help you in and beyond university?

If you’re not sure if studying a Degree in Dentistry is right for you, here are some articles that may help you:

• Your Guide to an Dentistry Course in Malaysia
• 5 Practical Tips When Applying for College
• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best College Programme (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3)

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