Bachelor of Dentistry

After successful completion of the program, students should be able to:

Knowledge

• PLO 1 – K1 Express coherent knowledge, capabilities and limitations of specialization areas in
  dentistry.
• PLO 2 – K2 Describe the importance of prevention, treatment and management of oral and
  dental diseases.
• PLO 3 – K3 Use the factual and theoretical knowledge in basic medical and dental sciences
  and allied sciences to gather information from patients as part of history taking and
  patient examination in order to decide appropriate investigation and decide a
  suitable course of treatment within the scope of a general dental practice.
• PLO 4 – K4 Identify the integration and importance of the basic medical and allied sciences
  such as psychology and behavioral sciences to dentistry.
• PLO 5 – K5 Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the fundamental concepts, theories and
  principles in research projects and protocols complying with ethical principles.

Skill

• PLO 6 – S1 Demonstrate effective technical and analytical skills using evidentiary and
  procedural based processes to perform appropriate dental procedures independently
  and safely in a general dental practice setting.
• PLO 7 – S2 Practice promotion of oral health and prevention of related disorders.
• PLO 8 – S3 Demonstrate highly developed communication skills to explain or critique complex
  and unpredictable matters related to oral health and disease.
• PLO 9 – S4 Demonstrate accurate record keeping and how to source and analyze information
  relevant to effective clinical practice.
• PLO 10 – S5 Practice ethical, professional and legal responsibilities and display appropriate
  attitudes and behavior.
• PLO 11 – S6 Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods of clinical research in relation to
  oral health and disease

Competence

Autonomy and Responsibility

• PLO 12 – AR1 Show responsibility and independent technical and clinical decision-making to
  evaluate and manage complex and unpredictable clinical work appropriate to a
  primary care practice.
• PLO 13 – AR2 Illustrate adherence to current best practice methods in a mature manner

Role in Context

• PLO 14 – RC1 Recognize the importance of appropriate leadership roles, manage and take
  accountability of the team involved in patient care.
• PLO 15 – RC2 Demonstrate responsibility and supervise the professional activity and
  mentoring of allied dental health personnel

Self-development

• PLO 16 – SD1 Engage in self-evaluation and professional development apt for general dental
  practice or towards specific specialization.
• PLO 17 – SD2 Value professional ethics, positive criticism and feedback, and engage in a life-
  long learning

Student Health Screening and Vaccination Requirements

Valid Medical Fitness Certificate and complete mandatory health screening before enrolment

Student must submit a valid Medical Fitness Certificate from a licensed healthcare facility confirming medical fitness for academic and clinical activities, normal clinical examination, acceptable vision, required laboratory tests (CBC, HIV, Hepatitis B & C, urine analysis), and documented blood group and Rh factor., to ensure early awareness and timely compliance by all prospective student.

Links

• The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) mapped to Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) Click here to learn more
• Competency framework Click here to learn more

Student Clinic Contact Information

Student Clinic Mobile Contact Number (Appointments and Emergency Calls)

The Student Dental Clinics can be contacted via the dedicated mobile number +971 58 112 7727 for appointment scheduling, urgent inquiries, and emergency communication during clinic operating hours. This contact ensures timely access, effective coordination, and prompt response to patient and student needs.