MDS In Prosthodontics
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics
Advance your dental career with a specialist postgraduate qualification. The Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics at RAK College of Dental Sciences (RAKCODS) is a 3-year, 56 credit-hour program for BDS graduates, combining core prosthodontic sciences, extensive clinical practice and a research thesis across six semesters.
Program Overview
The Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics at RAK College of Dental Sciences (RAKCODS) is a 3-year, 56 credit-hour postgraduate program. The curriculum spans six semesters and integrates basic sciences, core prosthodontic courses, extensive practical and clinical training, and a research thesis — preparing graduates for specialist practice in prosthodontics.
Students progress through complete and partial denture prosthodontics, fixed and advanced fixed prosthodontics, maxillofacial and implant prosthodontics, digital prosthodontics and aesthetic dentistry, alongside interdisciplinary seminars and a two-part research thesis. The full year-by-year courses and credit-hour distribution are detailed under the Study Plan tab.
Curriculum at a glance
| Component | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Basic Sciences | 3 |
| Core Courses | 14 |
| Practical / Clinical Training courses | 32 |
| Research Project | 7 |
| Total Credit Hours Required for Graduation | 56 |
Use the tabs above to explore the full study plan, admission criteria and the fee structure.
MDS in Prosthodontics Study Plan
3 Years / Six Semesters — 56 Credit Hours
MDS Year 1 Semester 1
| Code | Title | Theory | Practical / Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPB 112 | Basic Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Oral Pathology) | 2 | 0 |
| MPM 111 | Material in Prosthodontics - I | 1 | 0 |
| MPC 112 | Complete Denture - I (Preclinical) | 1 | 1 |
| MPP 114 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - I | 0 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 4 | 5 | |
MDS Year 1 Semester 2
| Code | Title | Theory | Practical / Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPR 121 | Research Methodology & Biostatistics | 1 | 0 |
| MPM 121 | Material in Prosthodontics - II | 1 | 0 |
| MPD 212 | Partial Denture - I (Preclinical) | 1 | 1 |
| MPP 124 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - II | 0 | 4 |
| MPS 121 | Scientific Writing & Literature Review | 1 | 0 |
| Semester Total | 4 | 5 | |
MDS Year 2 Semester 1
| Code | Title | Theory | Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPF 211 | Fixed Prosthodontics - I | 1 | 0 |
| MPC 212 | Complete Denture - II (Clinical) | 1 | 1 |
| MPA 211 | Advance Removable Prosthodontics | 1 | 0 |
| MPS 211 | Seminar Interdisciplinary - I | 1 | 0 |
| MPP 214 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - III | 0 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 4 | 5 | |
MDS Year 2 Semester 2
| Code | Title | Theory | Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPF 221 | Fixed Prosthodontics - II | 1 | 0 |
| MPD 222 | Partial Denture - II (Clinical) | 1 | 1 |
| MPA 221 | Advanced Fixed Prosthodontics (Full Mouth Rehabilitation) | 1 | 0 |
| MPS 221 | Seminar Interdisciplinary - II | 1 | 0 |
| MPP 224 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - IV | 0 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 4 | 5 | |
MDS Year 3 Semester 1
| Code | Title | Theory | Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPR 313 | Research & Thesis - I | 3 | 0 |
| MPM 311 | Maxillofacial Prosthodontics | 1 | 0 |
| MPI 311 | Implant Prosthodontics | 1 | 0 |
| MPS 311 | Seminar Interdisciplinary - III | 1 | 0 |
| MPP 314 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - V | 0 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 6 | 4 | |
MDS Year 3 Semester 2
| Code | Title | Theory | Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPR 323 | Research & Thesis II | 3 | 0 |
| MPD 321 | Digital Prosthodontics | 1 | 0 |
| MPE 321 | Aesthetic Dentistry | 1 | 0 |
| MPS 321 | Seminar Interdisciplinary - IV | 1 | 0 |
| MPP 324 | Clinical Practice in Prosthodontics - VI | 0 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 6 | 4 | |
Theory : One contact hour is equal to one credit hour
Practical : One credit hour is equal to two contact hours
Clinical : One credit hour is equal to 4 contact hours
Credit-Hours Summary
| MDS in Prosthodontics Course Study Plan | Credit Hours |
| Basic Sciences | 3 |
| Core Courses | 14 |
| Practical/ Clinical Training courses Clinical training hours (26x4x16) = 1664 contact hours |
32 |
| Research Project | 7 |
| Total Credit Hours Required For Graduation | 56 |
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics — Admission Criteria
Admissions are open to students of all nationalities based on the established admission criteria.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Educational Degree: Students with a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry (BDS) with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or an equivalent degree.
- Language Proficiency: Applicants must provide a letter confirming that their previous degree was completed in English. If the degree was obtained in a non-English language, the applicant must take an internal English proficiency assessment conducted by the university.
- Interview: Eligible applicants will be invited for an interview or discussion prior to admission.
Applicants who do not meet the direct admission criteria may be considered for conditional admission under the following conditions:
- Educational Degree: Students with a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry (BDS) with a CGPA between 2.0 and 2.49 on a 4.0 scale or an equivalent degree.
- Academic Performance During Conditional Period: Students admitted conditionally must complete a maximum of nine credit hours of graduate-level coursework during the conditional admission period. These courses must achieve a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent). Failure to meet this requirement may result in dismissal from the program.
Fee Structure
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