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Dentistry (Concentration in Pediatric Dentistry)

Virginia Commonwealth University
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Richmond, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Dentistry (Concentration in Pediatric Dentistry) at Virginia Commonwealth University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Dentistry (Concentration in Pediatric Dentistry) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Fairfax, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Dentistry (Concentration in Pediatric Dentistry) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Biostatistics and Research Design in Dentistry
  2. Interdisciplinary Care Conference
  3. Thesis Guidance
  4. Basic Sciences and Graduate Dentistry
  5. Orthodontic Clinic for Non-orthodontic Graduate Students
  6. General Anesthesia Rotation
  7. Growth and Development
  8. Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry
  9. Pediatric Dental Emergency Service
  10. Seminar Series: Pediatric Dentistry and Medicine
  11. Pediatric Medicine Rotation
  12. Clinical Teaching

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Application to graduate study, including the Application for Virginia in-state tuition
  • Personal statement submitted with the online application
  • $65 application fee
  • Three reference letters should be submitted through the online application
  • Transcripts from each institution you attended are required to be submitted

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About Virginia Commonwealth University

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Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, United States

public research university in Richmond, Virginia, United States

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months