Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026
- Apply anytime.
There is no fixed closing date for applications but you should remember that decisions on applications will be made as quickly as possible.
Language
English
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 92
- PTE Academic: 71
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
540 alternative credits
270 taught, 270 research notional credit
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Dentistry, Microbiology
Overview
Queen Mary University of London's Clinical Oral Microbiology is concerned with the diagnosis and management of oral infections. The interface of oral and systemic infection, effect of immune system efficacy on the susceptibility to infection, and antimicrobial stewardship are all parts of the clinical oral microbiology specialty.
What you'll study
This DClinDent programme is unique in the UK and will expand your knowledge and skills in clinical oral microbiology and provide an excellent preparation for your career as a clinical academic in this field. The programme of study is in line with the General Dental Council curriculum for Clinical Oral Microbiology.
The Professional Doctorate in Clinical Oral Microbiology from Queen Mary University of London addresses some of the leading global problems facing dentistry, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and other future emerging infectious disease threats and antimicrobial resistance. In addition, increasing average life expectancy means that dentists will need to treat more patients with complicated medical histories including head and neck, and systemic infections.
Programme Structure
Course structure:
- Core Knowledge and Clinical Skills in Clinical Oral Microbiology
- Research Project Progression Report and Clinical Portfolio Initial Report
- Research Project Progression Report, Clinical Portfolio and Service Evaluation Preliminary Reports
- Dissertation, Research Project Final Report, Service Evaluation Final Report, Clinical Portfolio Final
- Advanced Clinical Skills and Science in Clinical Oral Microbiology
- Consolidated Clinical Skill and Science in Clinical Oral Microbiology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 92
- PTE Academic: 71
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
Degree requirements
- Applicants must have a primary qualification in Dentistry (BDS or equivalent).
- Two years full-time (or equivalent) post qualification clinical practice of dentistry is required, including evidence of specific relevant experience in either Oral Medicine, Dental Public Health or Oral Pathology.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 125,540 AUD / year (≈ 66,450 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 67,729 AUD / year (≈ 35,850 GBP / year)
Living costs
London, United Kingdom: 2,148-4,075 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- HSS PhD Studentships - Provided by university - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified - Queen Mary University of London
- Egyptian Bureau for Cultural & Educational Affairs- PhD Scholarships - Provided by university - Grant: 1592 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - Queen Mary University of London
- National Research and Innovation Agency of Uruguay - Provided by university - Grant: 20000 USD - Deadline: Not specified - Queen Mary University of London
- China Scholarship Council Scholarships - Provided by university - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 28 Jan 2027 - Queen Mary University of London
- Turkish Embassy Scholarships - Provided by university - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified - Queen Mary University of London
- Queen Mary Alumni Loyalty Award - Provided by university - Grant: 1000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime - Queen Mary University of London
- Children of Alumni Award - Provided by university - Grant: 1000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - Queen Mary University of London
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 - U.S. government
- ServiceScape Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 - ServiceScape
- ACES Scholarships - Independent provider - Grant: 3500 USD - Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 - ACES Education Fund
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified - OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Independent provider - Grant: 19000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - Junhua Li
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 28 Feb 2027 - Boustany Foundation
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 - IvyPanda
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 - Voice Talent Online
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - Independent provider - Grant: 10000 USD - Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 - Admit Lab
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1000 USD - Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 - Salvado Law
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Independent provider - Grant: 22500 GBP - Deadline: Not specified - UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Independent provider - Grant: 3000 USD - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 - Anonymous Hope Fund
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Independent provider - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 - Leopold Figl Foundation
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Independent provider - Grant: 1500 USD - Deadline: Not specified - IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Independent provider - Grant: 12000 USD - Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 - The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme