Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

AIMST University

Semeling, Kedah, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

5 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM294,500

Course Highlights

  • Second health science programme to be introduced in AIMST University
  • AIMST's curriculum conforms to international standards, ensuring you will get a world class education
  • Onsite dental hospital, where you will learn to examine, diagnose and treat real patients
  • Fully accredited and recognised by the Malaysian Dental Council

Course Structure

The first year is devoted to the study of the basic medical sciences like Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, which provides a foundation for the study of Clinical Dentistry. Students will also be introduced to the basic dental science disciplines (Oral Biology, Oral Physiology) and common oral health problems.

In year 2, students will be introduced to clinical subjects like Conservative Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry and Applied Dental Materials. Students will develop the practical skills and learn the basic dental techniques in the simulation and dental technology laboratory. Students will be taught the supporting courses like Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Social and Behavioral Sciences and Communication Skills.

During Year 3, students learn to examine, diagnose and treat the patients in a multidisciplinary polyclinic in the campus-based AIMST University Dental Hospital. Learning in the Year 2 clinical subjects continues along with the introduction of Oral Surgery and Orthodontics. Supporting courses are held in Medicine, Surgery, Oral Radiology, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine, Health Promotion & Preventive Dentistry and Law & Ethics

Many treatment procedures are practiced in all the clinical disciplines in Year 4. The discipline of Pediatric Dentistry is introduced. Teaching is given in Community Oral Health and in dentistry for the elderly and special needs patients. Further learning is undertaken in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine.

Clinical practice in all aspects of dentistry continues with practical experience in Community Oral Health. Dental Practice Management is taught to prepare students for work in general dental practice. Learning continues in Oral Surgery with students participating in the management of in-patients requiring complex oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures in the hospital.

Entry Requirements

  • A Level/STPM: Grades BBB, ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics. (Grade C can only be in either Physics or Mathematics)
  • AIMST Foundation in Science/Matriculation/Foundation in Science/Pre-medical course (course ≥ 1 year in the same institution): CGPA 3.0 (out of 4) in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • UEC: B4 each in 5 subjects i.e. Biology and Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics
  • UNSW Foundation/MUFY/Western Australia Curriculum Council/HSC Sydney Australia/Trinity College Foundation Studies/Australian Universities Foundation Programmes/South Australian Matriculation/Victorian Certificate of Education, Australia Year 12/Ausmat:
    • Aggregate or average of 80% or equivalent of B in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided the subjects include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3/New Zealand Bursary: Average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • CPU/CIMP/Canadian Grade 12/13/Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12: Average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • Indian Pre-University: Average of 70% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): 30 points with a minimum of 2 science subjects or Mathematics at Higher Level (HL) and 1 science subject at Standard Level and attained a minimum score of 4 each in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics
  • Diploma in Health Sciences (course ≥ 2 1/2 years or 5 semesters in the same institution): CGPA ≥ 3.5 (out of 4)
  • Degree in Health or Pure or Applied Sciences: CGPA ≥ 3.0 (out of 4)
  • Degree in the Arts or Humanities: CGPA ≥ 3.5 (out of 4) AND 3 Cs each in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Science, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics at SPM or it's equivalent OR An accredited bridging course

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM100

Tuition fees

RM294,500

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM294,300

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