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Postgraduates Programmes
Research mode
Master of Dental Science (MDSc)

Duration of programme
- Full-time
Minimum 4 semesters, maximum 6 semesters - Part-time
Minimum 6 semesters, maximum 10 semesters
Mode of study
Research
Admission
Local (Click here to apply)
International candidates (Click here to apply)
Please submit the following documents for application:
- Latest curriculum vitae (CV)
- Two signed and dated referee’s reports
- English language proficiency test results (for international candidates)
Entry Requirement
Basic Qualification
- Bachelor of Science degree with honours or a good cumulative grade point average (CGPA) from UKM or any institutions of higher learning recognised by the UKM Senate OR
- BDS or equivalent degree recognised by the UKM Senate.
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree and other qualifications or experience recognised by the UKM Senate.
- For international candidates, English language proficiency test score of minimum for TOEFL is 550 (paper-based, PBT) or 80 (internet-based, iBT) or 213 (computer-based, CBT), or, at least Band 6.0 for IELTS. or other examinations as recognised by the Senate. The result must still be in its validity period by the time of application.
- Other requirements set by the University Senate, as stipulated in the UKM Acts and Regulations (Graduate Studies) 2021.
Faculty’s Requirement
- Pass the interview (either face-to-face or through online communication)
Bahasa Melayu Requirement
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International candidates are required to audit one Bahasa Melayu course equivalent to three (3) units set by the University. Exemptions can be given to candidates who have completed equivalent Bahasa Melayu courses held by other institutions recognized by the University.
Tuition Fees
Master Of Dental Sciences Programme (Research Mode)
Full Time (Currency:Malaysian Ringgit, MYR) | ||||||
Candidates | Registration | Service & Activity | Tuition Fees | 1st Semester | Subsequent Semester | Total Fees |
Malaysian | 1, 010 | 845 | 3, 485 | 5, 340 | 4, 330 | 18, 330 |
International | 1, 410 | 1, 085 | 6, 290 | 8, 785 | 7, 785 | 32, 320 |
Part Time (Currency:Malaysian Ringgit, MYR) | ||||||
Candidates | Registration | Service & Activity | Tuition Fees | 1st Semester | Subsequent Semester | Total Fees |
Malaysian | 885 | 625 | 2, 935 | 4, 445 | 3, 560 | 22, 245 |
Contact Us
Dean’s Office
+603-92897799
Deputy Dean’s Office (Academic)
+603-9289 7774/7850
Programme Coordinator
Dr. Leong Xin Fang