Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Surgical Dentistry)

The program is directed by Dr Stephen Cox.

You will complete 48 credit points and a research project each semester.

Applications for the 2027 intake close on 31 March 2026. Applications open on 1 September, 2 years prior to the commencement year.

For tests taken on or after 23 April 2026, you must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 7 with at least 7 in each component, or a PTE Academic overall score of 72 with minimums of 72 in listening, reading, and writing and 76 in speaking, or a TOEFL iBT total score of 96 with minimums of 23 in listening, 23 in reading, 25 in writing, and 24 in speaking. Tests must have been completed within two years of your course commencement date.

Yes, you must provide a criminal record check before you are considered for admissions and before undertaking a clinical placement in a NSW Department of Health Facility if admitted. For international candidates, a Criminal Record Check from your own country must be submitted at the time of application, and if it is issued in a language other than English, you must provide the original together with an official English translation.