The Graduate Diploma Program in Dentistry is designed to cultivate academically proficient and professionally skilled graduates through a pragmatic educational philosophy, emphasizing hand-on, experiential learning. The program fosters advanced competencies in dental practice, aligned with professional standards, and integrates multidisciplinary knowledge for comprehensive, patient-centered care. Graduates are expected to adapt effectively to evolving challenges, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.
Programme’s Objectives
1. Upholds professional ethics and integrity, demonstrating responsibility toward patients, society, and the community. 2. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of fundamental medical sciences and dental sciences in their field of specialization, and is able to apply this knowledge accurately in professional practice. 3. Demonstrates clinical expertise and professional skills, with the ability to diagnose and formulate comprehensive treatment plans for complex patient cases.
Programme’s Highlights
This program is designed to meet the needs of both learners and the national demand for dental specialists. It emphasizes equipping students with the knowledge and clinical competencies to manage increasingly complex patient cases. The curriculum fosters interdisciplinary integration and effective collaboration with professionals from related fields. Additionally, the program serves as a pathway to further study at the master’s level.
Career Opportunities
1. Specialist dentists in hospital dental departments under the Ministry of Public Health or other government and institutional agencies. 2. Expert practitioners in pecialized dental clinics in the private sector. 3. Dental entrepreneurs and clinic owners. 4. University lecturer.
Tuition and Fees
Prosthodontics (2-year Master’s Degree) – 360,000 Baht per Programme – 90,000 Baht per Semester
Periodontics (2-year Master’s Degree) – 300,000 Baht per Programme – 75,000 Baht per Semester
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2-year Master’s Degree) – 300,000 Baht per Programme – 75,000 Baht per Semester
Orthodontics (3-year Master’s Degree) – 1,200,000 Baht per Programme – 200,000 Baht per Semester
Programme Structure
Plan 1.2 Total credits : 41 credits (2-year Master’s Degree)
Required Courses 4 credits
Major Required Courses 22 credits
Prosthodontics
Periodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Elective Courses 3 credits
Thesis 12 credits
Plan 1.2 Total credits : 48 credits (3-year Master’s Degree)
Required Courses 4 credits
Major Required Courses 29 credits
Orthodontics
Elective Courses 3 credits
Thesis 12 credits
Refer to Master of Science Program in Dentistry Year 2025