Facilities
Designed for Learning. Equipped for Clinical Excellence.
RAK College of Dental Sciences (RAKCODS) provides a comprehensive academic, clinical, simulation, research, and student-centered environment supporting every stage of dental education—from foundational sciences and pre-clinical training to advanced diagnostics, supervised patient care, research, and digital learning.
Clinical Training & Patient Care
The clinical environment at RAKCODS supports the development of competencies in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical procedures, patient management, and professional practice. An integrated Hospital Information Management System (HIMS) supports electronic patient records and efficient clinical workflows.
- 78 fully equipped dental units across the ground, first, and second floors for undergraduate students, interns, and postgraduate students
- Central Sterilization Services Department
- Patient emergency and recovery room
- Patient reception area
- Patient waiting areas
Clinical Capacity & Patient Care & a Glance
Annual Clinical Activity @ a Glance
| Academic Year | Patients | Treatments |
|---|---|---|
| 2021–2022 | 4,487 | 17,016 |
| 2022–2023 | 6,460 | 17,935 |
| 2023–2024 | 7,576 | 17,612 |
| 2024–2025 | 7,017 | 19,130 |
| 2025–2026 | 6,904 | 21,440 |
Radiology & Dental Imaging
Modern diagnostic and imaging technologies are integrated into dental education and patient care, enabling students to develop skills in radiographic interpretation, diagnosis, and evidence-informed treatment planning.
- Digital dental radiography
- Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)
- Intraoral imaging integrated across the dental clinics
Pre-Clinical Simulation & Digital Dentistry
Dedicated pre-clinical and simulation environments bridge theoretical learning and practical application, enabling students to develop essential technical and clinical skills, precision, and confidence before progressing to patient care.
- Basic Sciences Laboratories
- Pre-Clinical Simulation Laboratories
- Pre-Clinical Prosthodontics Laboratories
- Simulation & Clinical Skills Laboratory
- Digital Dentistry Facilities
- Technology-Enhanced & Metaverse Learning
Research & Innovation
RAKCODS promotes scientific inquiry, research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated research facilities support undergraduate and postgraduate students and faculty across areas including dental materials, biomaterials, regenerative dentistry, tissue engineering, molecular and microbiological sciences, and interdisciplinary research.
- Dental Materials Research Laboratory
- Translational Medical Research Centre (TMRC)
- Central Animal Research Facility
- Research and laboratory infrastructure supporting interdisciplinary investigation
- Metaverse
- Simulation skill lab
Teaching & Learning
Modern academic spaces and digital resources support classroom teaching, independent study, collaborative learning, and academic development.
- Lecture halls and classrooms
- Library and E-Library
- Digital learning facilities and resources
- Collaborative and independent learning spaces
Student Life & Wellbeing
A range of facilities supports student wellbeing, recreation, social interaction, and a balanced campus experience beyond classrooms and clinics.
- Student lounge
- Cafeteria
- Prayer facilities
- Fitness and wellbeing facilities
- Sports facilities
- Gaming area
- Student lockers
- Indoor and outdoor seating areas
Campus Support & Infrastructure
RAKCODS provides the infrastructure and support services needed for a safe, connected, accessible, and well-organized learning and clinical environment.
- Faculty and administrative offices
- Meeting rooms
- Academic support services
- Wi-Fi and digital infrastructure
- Parking facilities
- Well established Security and safety systems