Master of Oral Health (MOH)
Advanced dental therapy and hygiene programme with research and clinical practice focus.
Best for:Best for dental professionals seeking advanced clinical and research training in oral health promotion, dental therapy, and hygiene with a focus on evidence-based practice and academic research.
Overview
The Master of Oral Health (MOH) at the University of Otago is a one-year programme designed to equip graduates with advanced knowledge and clinical skills in dental therapy and dental hygiene. Students will engage in research-informed clinical practice, develop an oral health promotion project, and produce research outputs suitable for international peer-reviewed publication. The programme also prepares students for further postgraduate study, fostering both clinical expertise and academic research capabilities in dentistry.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement an oral health promotion project based on evidence-based research.
- Engage in advanced clinical practice in dental therapy and dental hygiene.
- Conduct research and produce outputs suitable for international peer-reviewed publication.
- Demonstrate a high level of research-informed clinical decision-making.
- Collaborate with faculty and peers to enhance clinical and research skills.
- Prepare for further postgraduate study in dentistry or related fields.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Dental Therapy, Dental Hygiene, or a related health science field with relevant clinical experience.
Language: English proficiency (level not specified in source).
Instruction: English
- Proven clinical experience in dental therapy or dental hygiene.
- Strong research skills and ability to conduct evidence-based practice.
- Proficiency in oral health promotion strategies.
- Ability to produce research outputs suitable for peer-reviewed publication.
- Applicants must meet the University of Otago’s admission criteria for postgraduate study.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-31
Applicants must submit an application through the official University of Otago portal. Required documents typically include a CV, academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Additional materials may be requested based on the programme’s specific requirements.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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