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Programme: PhD Dentistry

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Code Faculty Department
10264000 Faculty of Health Sciences Department: School of Dentistry
Credits Duration NQF level
Minimum duration of study: 2 years Total credits: 360 NQF level:  10

Programme information

The degree PhD is conferred by virtue of a thesis, with the proviso that the Faculty Board, on the recommendation of the examination panel, may require an oral examination which deals with the topic of the thesis.

Also consult the General Regulations.

Admission requirements

  1. Relevant master's degree
  2. A cumulative weighted average of at least 65% in either MScDent or MChD (Maxillo-facial and Oral Surgery) (or equivalent) if Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgery is chosen as main field of study

Other programme-specific information

Note: Module code THW 990 Dental Sciences 990 is to be used for PhD projects that fall outside of the boundaries of departments.


The information published here is subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information. The General Regulations (G Regulations) apply to all faculties of the University of Pretoria. It is expected of students to familiarise themselves well with these regulations as well as with the information contained in the General Rules section. Ignorance concerning these regulations and rules will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression.

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