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Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Asian Institute of Medicine,
Science and Technology (AIMST)

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  • Description

    Dentistry is a noble professional career dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases, disorders of the region of the oral cavity. The five-year BDS programme offered by AIMST University is a professional course to educate and train students to become world class dental practitioners. The course uses a modern approach to dental education based on the best educational practices in dental schools in Malaysia as well as internationally.

    The BDS degree at AIMST University will conform to international standards. A highly professional faculty with strong research base, and fully conversant with the needs of students to be a professional workforce, has been handpicked to deliver the BDS programme. The Dental faculty has state-of-the art facilities for patient care and laboratory teaching.

    Field of Study

    Medicine & Healthcare

    Duration (Years)

    5

    Course Fees (RM)

    RM 371,650 (USD 89,196)

    MQA No.

    FA 3470

    Degree Type

    Internal Degree

  • Intake (Month)

    September

Entry Requirements

  • A-level

    Grades BBB, ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e.

    Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics.

    (Grade C can only be in either Physics or Mathematics)

  • UEC

    B4 each in 5 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics

  • Matric/Foundation

    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 and Chemistry and Physics or 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/ AusmatAggregate or average of 80% or equivalent of B in 3 subjects

    i.e. Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics

    Or

    80% ATAR provided the subjects include

    · Biology

    · Chemistry and

    · Physics or Mathematics

  • SPM/STPM

    STPM Grades BBB, ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e.

    Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics.

    (Grade C can only be in either Physics or Mathematics)

  • Others

    National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 / New Zealand Bursary Average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology and 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 and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics.

    Indian Pre-UniversityAverage of 70% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology and 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) with min of 2Bs each in Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Physics AND 3 credits each in English and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and another subject at School Certificate level.

    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)

  • English Requirements

    MUET BAND 4

Programme Structure

  • Year 1

    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.

  • Year 2

    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.

  • Year 3

    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.

  • Year 4

    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.

  • Year 5

    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.

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  • Fees
    RM 371,650 (USD 89,196)

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