About the Dentistry Course

The degree course of the specialty Dentistry is provided at the first (Bachelor of Dentistry) and second (Master of Dentistry) levels of higher education. The Dentistry Course at the International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus curriculum covers all aspects of dental practice including clinical procedures, oral pathology, radiology, and endodontics; it also includes a strong focus on patient care skills such as communication skills (oral examination), diagnosis, and treatment planning (restorative dentistry). The School of Medicine combines the usage of modern technologies with ancient European studying traditions to educate a new generation of dental professionals famous in Malta and abroad.

The degree course aims to prepare professional dentists with a high level of knowledge and skills. Dental Course offers all the necessary equipment, such as Dental X-ray machines, Dental Lasers, Surgical magnifiers and microscopes, 3D Monitors, Camera Glasses with a built-in video camera with a lens on the bridge and dual LCDs, Healthcare Digital Assistance, and other to make the educational process more informative and easy to remember.

The educational process includes theoretical and practical training. The use of modern information resources and technology is an integral part of the curriculum, with students having access to e-learning platforms such as Moodle, Blackboard Collaborate, Powerpoint presentation software, Adobe Acrobat Reader for reading PDF documents, etc. Pursuing a Dental degree at International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus is an excellent choice for international students who wants to be part of a growing and dynamic medical industry.

Name of the specialty – Dentistry;

Level of Higher Education – First (Bachelor`s) and Second (Master’s) Level;

The list of specializations and degree programs – Dentistry, Orthodontics, and Dentofacial Orthopedics; Pediatric Dentistry; Periodontics; Prosthodontics; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology; Endodontics; Public Health Dentistry;

The total amount of credits of the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System – 240 credits;

Duration of studying – 5 years of full-time studying (Bachelor of Dentistry), 2-3 years of full-time studying (Master`s Degree).

The Educational Process

The Dental degree course at IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus offers both theoretical knowledge and practical training in dental clinics under the supervision of qualified dentists. The first two years include lectures, tutorials, workshops, and clinical practice sessions where students learn about anatomy, physiology, pathology, and microbiology related to oral health care; patient management skills including diagnosis, treatment planning as well as prevention strategies for common diseases affecting teeth and gums such as caries/cavities or periodontal disease; basic surgical procedures such as tooth extraction, etc.; laboratory techniques such as radiography (x-rays), casting materials used during restorative treatment, etc.

We encourage international students to do more and be more by giving them a lot of opportunities to obtain new knowledge and skills. We combine European Studying Plans and modern technical equipment. IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus’s renowned classrooms and reading rooms, a library with thousands of books and scientific journals, and a digital library with access to electronic resources are freely accessible to our students and staff at any time they need it. Students can attend the lectures of famous specialists in Dental Science. Our goal is to ensure a bright professional future for our dental students and educate top-rated dentists demanded in Malta and abroad.

After graduating students are able:

• To determine the leading clinical symptoms and syndromes, using preliminary data of the patient’s anamnesis, data of the patient’s examination, and knowledge about the person, their organs, and systems to establish a probable nosological or syndromic preliminary clinical diagnosis of dental disease;
• To collect information about the general condition of the patient, assess the psychomotor and physical development of the patient, assess the state of the organs of the jaw-facial area, based on the results of laboratory and instrumental studies to assess information regarding the diagnosis;
• To assign and analyze additional (mandatory and optional) examination methods (laboratory, radiological, functional, and/or instrumental), for patients with diseases of organs and tissues of the oral cavity and the jaw-facial area for differential diagnosis of diseases.
• To determine the final clinical diagnosis in accordance with the relevant ethical and legal norms, by making an informed decision and logical analysis of the obtained subjective and objective data of the clinical, additional examination, providing differential diagnosis under the supervision of a physician-manager in a medical institution;
• To diagnose urgent conditions in all circumstances (at home, on the street, in a medical institution), in an emergency, under martial law, with a lack of information, and with limited time;
• To plan and implement measures to prevent dental diseases among the population and prevent the spread of dental diseases;
• To analyze the epidemiological situation and carry out mass and individual, general and local, medical and medical-free prevention of dental diseases;
• To determine the approach, plan, type, and principle of treatment of dental disease by making an informed decision according to existing algorithms and standard schemes;
• To determine the necessary work, rest schedules, and necessary diet while treating dental diseases on the basis of a preliminary or final clinical diagnosis by making an informed decision according to existing algorithms and standard schemes;
• To determine the tactic of managing a dental patient with somatic pathology by making an informed decision according to existing algorithms and standard schemes;
• To carry out treatment of major dental diseases according to existing algorithms and standard schemes under the supervision of a doctor-manager in a medical institution.
• To organize holding of medical evacuation among the population and servicemen, taking into account the existing system of medical evacuation;
• To determine the tactics of emergency medical care, using the recommended algorithms, under any circumstances based on the diagnosis of an emergency condition for a limited time;
• To analyze and estimate government, social, and medical information using standard approaches and computer information technology;
• To determine the impact of the environment on the health of the population in the medical institution according to standard methods;
• To set goals and define the structure of personal activity;
• To follow a healthy lifestyle, use self-regulation and self-control techniques;
• To be aware of civil rights, freedoms, and obligations and be guided by them, to increase general educational level;
• To follow ethics, bioethics, and deontology requirements in the professional activity;
• To organize the necessary level of individual security (of one’s own and of the people that are being cared after) in case of typical dangerous situations in the individual field of activity;
• To perform medical manipulations based on preliminary and/or final clinical diagnoses for different segments of the population and in different conditions;
• To perform medical dental manipulations on the basis of preliminary and/or final clinical diagnosis for different segments of the population and in different conditions;
• To perform emergency medical care manipulations, using standard schemes, under any circumstances based on the urgent condition diagnosis under conditions of limited time.

Compulsory Subjects

Dental course curricula cover a comprehensive range of subjects. The major subjects (or modules) are:

• Clinical Dentistry;
• Pharmacology;
• Periodontics;
• Geriatric Dentistry;
• Fixed Prosthodontics;
• Oral Pathology;
• Dental Materials;
• Occlusion;
• Dental Anatomy and Panoramic Radiography;
• Oral Diagnosis;
• Basic Dental Sciences;
• Oral Surgery;
• Periodontology;
• Endodontics;
• Orthodontics;
• Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics;
• Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge;
• Pediatric Dentistry;
• Community Dentistry;
• Forensic Dentistry;
• Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence;
• Dental Practice Management;
• Medical Emergencies in Dentistry;
• Oral Rehabilitation;
• Dental Implants;
• Maxillofacial Prosthodontics;
• Dental Public Health;
• Research Methodology in Dental Science;

Career Perspectives

A dental degree from International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus provides students with a solid foundation for a career in dentistry. After completing the studies, students can work as associate dentists or general practitioners, depending on the area where students decide to practice. In Malta, there are many job opportunities available for graduates of IEU’s Dental Degree program. The following list includes some potential titles:

• Dentist;
• Cosmetic Dentist;
• Orthodontist;
• Endodontist;
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery;
• Prosthodontist;
• Medical Transcriptionist or a Dental Transcriptionist;
• Forensic Dentist;
• Forensic Odontologist;
• Dental Consultant;
• Dental Insurer;
• Dental Researcher;
• Lecturer of a Dental Science.

Why Obtain a Dental Degree in Europe?

The world’s best dentists are educated in Europe, Malta! The International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus is a perfect option for international students to study dentistry in Europe and discover an excellent opportunity to earn a Dental degree from one of the best universities in the EU. The quality of education is renowned as the university is consistently ranked among the top 10 medical schools in Europe.

International students who pursue their studies at IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus will not only gain access to award-winning teaching methods but also internationally recognized qualifications used everywhere in the world. IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus international students receive practical experience working alongside some of Europe’s leading researchers conducting cutting-edge research into new treatments and technologies for diseases such as cancer or Alzheimer’s disease. The advantages of obtaining a Dental Degree in Europe include:

Quality of Education and International Recognition

The IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus Dental faculty is comprised of highly qualified professors and graduates of some of the most prestigious universities in Europe. The program also offers students access to state-of-the-art technology and facilities.

Affordability of Dental Degrees in Malta

IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus tuition fees for international students are significantly lower than those charged by other schools offering similar courses! The tuition fees at International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus are absolutely affordable for every student and living expenses are also less expensive.

Application Process for Dental Degree in Europe

The application process for Dental Degree at International European University, Ukraine – Malta Campus is easy and fast compared to other European universities. International students are provided with full support along the way while collecting the necessary documents, submitting their application, and obtaining the Student Visa.

Rich Cultural Experience in Europe

International students of IEU, Ukraine – Malta Campus are always amazed by Maltese culture rich in history and tradition. The islands discovering is always an eye-opening experience for students who have never left their home country before. Students have the opportunity to travel around Europe during their time abroad, which allows them to see how other cultures live and what they value most about life. Obtaining MBBS abroad offers some unforgettable experiences students will never forget! For example: visiting museums or historical sites; tasting new foods from around the world; learning how people celebrate holidays differently; meeting new friends from all over the world who share similar interests, and many more!