Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)*

This program consists of two distinct stages:

1. Preclinical Phase: This two-year phase covers Medical Science courses (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology) and Dental Courses (Professional Development and IT, Oral Biology, Society and Health, Preventive Dentistry, Dental Public Health, Dental Materials, and Dental Technology). The latter part of this phase is designed to familiarize students with the technical aspects of the dental program. Assessments are conducted in every semester, along with yearly professional examinations.

2. Clinical Phase: This phase spans the next three years of study. It involves an integrated teaching and learning approach to expose students to dental clinical work and community dentistry. This phase offers students the opportunity to enhance their critical thinking skills and specialize in a particular discipline of dentistry through research exercises tailored to their interests. Subjects covered include Preventive Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Conservative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Periodontology, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine, Dental Imaging, Endodontics, and Dental Research. Additionally, students will be exposed to medical subjects such as General Medicine and General Surgery to better understand and address the needs of patients with chronic illnesses requiring specialized dental treatment.

This document outlines the admission requirements and guidelines for aspiring dental students in Malaysia. Here's a breakdown of the key points:

A. **Admission and Professionalism:**
   - Admission to a Bachelor of Dental Surgery program implies selection for the dental profession.
   - Only individuals qualified in Dentistry from a recognized program by the Malaysian Dental Council are eligible for registration.
   - Fitness to practice Dentistry is a crucial consideration for admission.

B. **Standards of Conduct:**
   - Dentistry requires high standards of professional and personal conduct.
   - Applicants must declare any criminal offenses, serious illnesses, or communicable diseases that may affect their practice.
   - Disqualifying factors include certain criminal offenses, dishonesty, serious disorders, and communicable diseases without effective protection methods.

C. **Academic Attainment:**
   - Strong academic performance, particularly in science subjects like Chemistry and Biology, is expected.
   - Proficiency in English is necessary for successful course completion.
   - Specific academic requirements are outlined for different education systems (SPM, O-Levels, STPM/A-Levels, Matriculation/Foundation programs, etc.).
   - Diploma and degree holders in relevant fields must meet specific GPA criteria.

Additional Points:
- Applicants must pass aptitude tests, interviews, or university entrance exams.
- Government employment requires Bahasa Malaysia proficiency at SPM level.
- Equivalence assessments from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) are necessary for qualifications not listed.
- Clarifications should be sought from the Council for situations not covered in the guidelines.
- Public sector employment criteria are set by the Public Services Commission of Malaysia (SPA).

These guidelines ensure that aspiring dental professionals meet rigorous standards of academic achievement, personal conduct, and professional competence, ultimately safeguarding the interests of the public and the integrity of the dental profession in Malaysia.

• MPU 3113 Islamic Civilization Asia Civilization (TITAS)
• MPU 3163 Malay Language Communication 3
• MPU 3123 Ethnic Relations
• MPU 3173 Malaysian Studies 3
• DP 101 Professional Development IT (PDIT)
• DP 102 General Anatomy, Embryology & Histology
• DP 103 Biochemistry & Oral Biochemistry
• DP 104 Physiology & Oral Physiology
• DP 105 Oral Biology (Dental Anatomy, Embryology & Histology)
• MPU 3232 Leadership Skills and Human Relations
• MPU 3342 Malaysian Government and Public Policy
• DP 206 Microbiology & Oral Microbiology
• DP 207 Dental Materials and Dental Skills (Operative Dentistry & Dental Technology)
• DP 208 Basic Pharmacology & Dental Therapeutics
• DP 209 General Pathology
• DP 210 Society and Health
• DP 211 Preventive Dentistry and Dental Public Health (Cariology Mod & Prev Dent Mod)
• MPU 3452 Community Service
• DC 311 Preventive Dentistry and Dental Public Health
• DC 312 Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology (Oral Radiology, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Surgery)
• DC 313 Human Diseases (General Medicine & General Surgery)
• DC 314 Introduction to Clinical Dentistry
• DC 315 Periodontology
• DC 316 Conservative Dentistry
• DC 317 Prosthodontics
• DC 318 Oral Pathology
• DC 319 Pediatric Dentistry
• DC 411 Preventive Dentistry and Dental Public Health
• DC 412 Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology (Oral Medicine Module, Clinical Oral Pathology embedded here)
• DC 415 Periodontology
• DC 416 Conservative Dentistry
• DC 417 Prosthodontics
• DC 419 Paediatric Dentistry
• DC 420 Orthodontics
• DX 499 Research Elective
• DC 511 Preventive Dentistry and Dental Public Health
• DC 512 Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology (Clinical Oral Pathology embedded here)
• DC 515 Periodontology
• DC 516 Conservative Dentistry
• DC 517 Prosthodontics
• DC 519 Pediatric Dentistry
• DC 520 Orthodontics
• DC 521 General Dental Practice
• DX 599 Research Elective