Bachelor Degree Program in Dental Science: 180 ECTS/EQF Level 6

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Question:

Could you complete the following programme: Award: https://eims.edu.mt/eimsuads-int/ in obtaining a Bachelor Degree in Dental Science or Foundations Dental Science or Dental Medicine. The course must to be 180 ECTS /EQF6 according with EU rules

Answer:

Certainly! Below is a sample program outline for obtaining a Bachelor Degree in Dental Science, Foundations in Dental Science, or Dental Medicine. This program is designed to meet the requirements of 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) and EQF Level 6 (European Qualifications Framework).

Bachelor Degree in Dental Science / Foundations in Dental Science / Dental Medicine

Year 1: Foundations and Basic Sciences (60 ECTS)

Semester 1 (30 ECTS)

  1. Introduction to Dental Science (5 ECTS)
    • Overview of dental professions, ethics, and history.
  2. Human Anatomy and Physiology I (6 ECTS)
    • Basic human anatomy, with a focus on the head and neck.
  3. Biochemistry (5 ECTS)
    • Fundamental biochemical processes relevant to dental science.
  4. Oral Biology (5 ECTS)
    • Study of the structure and function of oral tissues.
  5. Dental Materials I (4 ECTS)
    • Introduction to materials used in dental practice.
  6. Introduction to Clinical Skills (5 ECTS)
    • Basic clinical skills and patient interaction.

Semester 2 (30 ECTS)

  1. Human Anatomy and Physiology II (6 ECTS)
    • Continuation of human anatomy, with a focus on systemic physiology.
  2. Microbiology and Immunology (5 ECTS)
    • Microbial pathogens and immune responses relevant to oral health.
  3. Dental Materials II (4 ECTS)
    • Advanced study of dental materials and their applications.
  4. Oral Histology and Embryology (5 ECTS)
    • Development and microscopic structure of oral tissues.
  5. Preclinical Operative Dentistry (5 ECTS)
    • Hands-on practice with dental procedures in a simulated environment.
  6. Introduction to Pharmacology (5 ECTS)
    • Basic principles of pharmacology, with a focus on drugs used in dentistry.

Year 2: Intermediate Dental Sciences and Clinical Practice (60 ECTS)

Semester 3 (30 ECTS)

  1. Pathology (6 ECTS)
    • Study of disease processes affecting the human body.
  2. Oral Pathology (5 ECTS)
    • Diseases specific to the oral cavity.
  3. Dental Radiology (5 ECTS)
    • Principles and techniques of dental imaging.
  4. Periodontology I (5 ECTS)
    • Study of the supporting structures of the teeth and their diseases.
  5. Preclinical Prosthodontics (5 ECTS)
    • Introduction to the replacement of missing teeth.
  6. Clinical Skills I (4 ECTS)
    • Development of clinical skills in a supervised setting.

Semester 4 (30 ECTS)

  1. Pharmacology and Therapeutics (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced pharmacology with a focus on therapeutic applications in dentistry.
  2. Periodontology II (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced study of periodontal diseases and their treatment.
  3. Endodontics I (5 ECTS)
    • Introduction to root canal therapy.
  4. Orthodontics I (5 ECTS)
    • Basic principles of orthodontic treatment.
  5. Clinical Skills II (5 ECTS)
    • Continued development of clinical skills with patient interaction.
  6. Research Methods in Dental Science (5 ECTS)
    • Introduction to research methodologies and scientific writing.

Year 3: Advanced Dental Sciences and Clinical Practice (60 ECTS)

Semester 5 (30 ECTS)

  1. Oral Surgery I (5 ECTS)
    • Basic principles and techniques of oral surgery.
  2. Prosthodontics I (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced study of prosthetic dentistry.
  3. Pediatric Dentistry I (5 ECTS)
    • Dental care for children and adolescents.
  4. Endodontics II (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced root canal therapy.
  5. Orthodontics II (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced orthodontic techniques.
  6. Clinical Practice I (5 ECTS)
    • Supervised clinical practice with real patients.

Semester 6 (30 ECTS)

  1. Oral Surgery II (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced oral surgery techniques.
  2. Prosthodontics II (5 ECTS)
    • Complex prosthetic cases and treatment planning.
  3. Pediatric Dentistry II (5 ECTS)
    • Advanced pediatric dental care.
  4. Community Dentistry and Public Health (5 ECTS)
    • Dental public health principles and community-based care.
  5. Clinical Practice II (5 ECTS)
    • Continued supervised clinical practice.
  6. Capstone Project/Thesis (5 ECTS)
    • Independent research project or thesis in a specialized area of dental science.

Total: 180 ECTS

This program outline ensures a comprehensive education in dental science, meeting the EU requirements for a Bachelor Degree at EQF Level 6. Each course is designed to build upon the previous one, ensuring a well-rounded and thorough understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of dental science.