Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Programme
A 5-year professional dental programme combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on clinical training in Europe’s leading dental education facilities.
Best for:Best for high school graduates with a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and physics, seeking a professional dental degree with clinical training in Europe.
Overview
The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) programme at Poznan University of Medical Sciences is a 5-year full-time undergraduate-entry degree designed for high school graduates aiming to become licensed dentists in Europe or beyond. The curriculum integrates rigorous academic coursework with practical clinical experience, starting from the third year where students participate in patient treatment under faculty supervision in the university’s state-of-the-art dental clinic. Graduates earn a DDS degree, qualifying them for dental practice in Europe, though additional years of study are required for licensure in North America. The programme emphasizes both scientific expertise and manual dexterity, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for professional careers in dentistry.
What you'll do
- Complete a 5-year curriculum combining theoretical coursework in dental sciences, anatomy, and medical ethics with hands-on clinical training.
- Participate in patient treatment under faculty supervision starting from the third year in the university’s dental clinic.
- Develop manual dexterity and clinical skills through practical exercises in the state-of-the-art dental simulation center.
- Engage in research and academic projects related to dental health and medical advancements.
- Attend lectures, seminars, and workshops delivered by experienced professors and practicing dentists.
Requirements
Degree required: Secondary school degree or equivalent credentials sufficient for university admission in the applicant’s home country, issued no earlier than 2016 (or secondary school certificate issued before 2016 if formal education continued beyond 2016).
Degree offered: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Language: English; proficiency level sufficient for academic instruction and clinical practice (exact test not specified).
Instruction: English
- High proficiency in biology, chemistry, and physics, demonstrated through academic performance.
- Strong manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
- High proficiency in English language for instruction and communication.
- Satisfactory grades in biology, chemistry, and mathematics/physics (minimum of 2 subjects, including biology).
- Secondary school degree or equivalent credentials issued no earlier than 2016 (or secondary school certificate issued before 2016 if formal education continued beyond 2016).
- No age restrictions mentioned, but eligibility for university admission in the applicant’s home country is required.
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How to apply
Deadline: Unknown (likely rolling or annual intake)
Applicants must submit their secondary school credentials, proof of English proficiency, and pass an entrance examination in biology, chemistry, and physics. An interview assessing manual dexterity and motivation is also required. Applications are submitted through the university’s admissions portal.
- Secondary school degree or equivalent credentials
- Proof of English proficiency
- Transcripts of grades in biology, chemistry, and mathematics/physics
- Passport or ID for identification
Contact
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