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Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation MSc

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Our first deadline for applications is 23 October 2020 for January 2021 entry. After this date, the programme will remain open if places are available, and will be closed as soon as it is full, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. For programmes with spaces remaining, no further applications will be accepted after 23 November 2020.

Our Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation MSc has been designed for maxillofacial prosthetists, technologists and prosthodontists to learn to use cutting-edge digital technology for intra and extra-oral prosthetic facial rehabilitation in clinical practice.

Delivered primarily online, the course will enable you to develop your technical skills and develop higher standards of clinical practice. The content is prepared by world-leading experts, augmented with face-to-face training, and enables you to enhance your knowledge of prosthetic facial rehabilitation and improve your clinical and technical skills while continuing to practice.

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Key benefits

  • Internationally renowned centre of excellence for teaching and research.
  • Pioneers of distance learning in dentistry with over 20 years’ experience.
  • Intensive face-to-face training blocks, teaching theory and best clinical practice.
  • Teaching team of world experts led by Dr Trevor Coward.

Key information

Application status Closed

Duration Three years, flexible learning, January start.

Study mode Distance Learning

Credit value UK 180/ECTS 90

Course leaders

Dr Trevor Coward

Further details

Course contact for further information

Postgraduate Distance Learning:
tel: +44 (0)20 7188 6444

Course contact email:
distancedentistry@kcl.ac.uk

Course contact form Postgraduate admissions

Awarding institution King's College London

Faculty Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences

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Innovations in prosthetic technologies

Traditional methods of prosthesis are time consuming and can be invasive for patients.

Researchers from King’s are working on developing a new and more reliable method, using a 3D printer, to replicate the prosthesis much more quickly. Watch Dr Trevor Coward, Reader/Hon.Consultant in Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Rehabilitation, and Professor Lucy Di-Silvio, Tissue Engineering , talk about their work.

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Course detail

Description

This course will allow you to develop and demonstrate your extended knowledge, understanding and advanced skills in the treatment of patients who require prosthetic facial rehabilitation. You will study and practice a broad range of treatments for the replacement of missing hard and soft tissues, using both traditional and advanced digital technologies. The course includes:

  • Advanced prosthodontics, implantology, ocular prosthetics, fixed and removable prosthodontics, treatment planning and prosthesis design.
  • Digital technology, colour science, medical emergencies, cross infection control and care of medically/clinically compromised patients.
  • Biomaterials science, craniofacial implants, silicone elastomers and gels, tissue engineering and bone substitutes, biocompatibility.
  • Psychology of managing terminally ill patients, counselling skills and forming integrated care plans, or intra oral implantology, and advanced fixed and removable prosthodontics.

Intensive face-to-face training blocks

  • Delivered primarily online, the course also provides 20 days of intensive teaching and practical training at Rangoonwala College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Pune, India. Under expert supervision, these blocks are an invaluable way to consolidate learning and progress to the final year.

The face-to-face component takes place for nine consecutive days in Year 1 and 11 consecutive days in Year 2 at Rangoonwala College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Pune, India.

Teaching

You will be taught mostly online through King’s E-learning and Teaching Service (KEATS) which provides information, interactive questions, assignments, use of bibliographic databases and reading material. Our students participate in online tutorials and discussion groups, interacting with expert tutors and their fellow students. Face-to-face lectures and hands-on training take place in blocks in the first two years. Students are required to undertake and submit four cases of clinical work in their place of work.

Please note - The provision of any clinical opinions, treatment planning, treatment plans and/or any advice in relation to care of individual patients will not be provided by the teachers and staff of the course. Patient treatment and care is the sole responsibility of the treating clinician. Advice regarding the suitability of a clinical case for submission for the clinical module can be given at the tutor’s discretion.

The following table will give you an idea of what a typical year might look like as you progress through your studies. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work. 

 Online lectures, seminars
and tutor feedback (hours) 		Self-study, clinical practice,
assignments and report (hours) 		Face-to-face training and
lectures (hours)  
Year 1   60 380 60
Year 2   30 546 80 
Year 3   30 420 - 

 

Course format and assessment

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written examinations.  Forms of assessment may typically include written assignments and clinical case reports.  Coursework contributes approximately 40% and examinations approximately 60% to your final mark with the exception of the Clinical Practice module which is assessed entirely through coursework, and the Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation Research Report module which is assessed on a dissertation.

You can take your exams in London or, for overseas students, at centres in your country of residence.

Structure

Year 1

Required Modules
  • Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation (30 credits)
  • Patient Management (15 credits)
  • Research Methods (15 credits)
  • Face-to-face training block

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. Please check here for updates, or contact the faculty for further advice.

Optional Modules

Year 2

Required Modules
  • Applied Science of Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Technology (15 credits)
  • Psychological & Social Issues (15 credits)
  • Face-to-face training block

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. Please check here for updates, or contact the faculty for further advice.

Optional Modules

Year 3

Required Modules
  • Clinical Practice (30 credits)
  • Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation Research Report (60 credits)

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. Please check here for updates, or contact the faculty for further advice.

Optional Modules

Entry requirements & how to apply

Entry requirements
Minimum requirements   UK applicants will be expected to have a diploma in Professional Studies (Maxillofacial Prosthetics & Technology) or a degree in Dental Technology with at least two years post-qualification technical experience.
International requirements  

  • Overseas applicants should have a dental technology qualification and at least two years postgraduate experience.

  • Overseas applicants will not be expected to have completed the Diploma in Professional studies (Maxillofacial Prosthetics & Technology) but must have a focused interest in maxillofacial and craniofacial technology.

  • Overseas applicants will also be accepted with a dental qualification if employed as a prosthodontist in a dental practice, dental school, hospital, or community dental services environment.
English Language requirements Band D Visit our admissions webpages to view our English language entry requirements.
 Other requirements  

Access to facilities and equipment

  • Adequate clinical facilities and access to patients requiring treatment relevant to your subject area.

  • Approved photography equipment, as part of the monitoring process (advice on this will be given on this).

Other requirements

  • High quality internet connection for tutorials with minimum speeds of 2Mbps down and 3Mbps up
  • Headset, microphone and webcam

  • Javascript must be enabled.

  • Cookies must be enabled.

  • Popup windows must be enabled.

 

Application procedure

Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £70 applies.

Completed applications (consisting of an online application form, both references, transcripts of previous qualifications and evidence of English Language score where required) will be considered on a first-come first-served basis according to the date of completion of the application. Early applications are strongly advised.

The initial decision will be to either confirm the offer of a place without an interview, invite you for an interview, hold your application for further consideration following the official closing date for applications, or to reject the application.

You should be expect to receive this initial decision within six weeks of the date of completion of the completed application, although this may be slightly longer at peak periods near to the closing date. Applicants who are offered a place will have to provide original documentary evidence of their previous qualifications, and pay a non-refundable deposit, before access to the online virtual learning environment will be given at the start of your course.

Personal statement and supporting information

You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Document checklist
Personal Statement Yes

You should describe how the degree will fit into your career plan and demonstrate a focused interest in the programme. You should also confirm that you have read the computing specification required to commence the programme, which can be viewed in the entry requirements section and provide details of your access to:

  • Adequate clinical facilities and an appropriate selection of patients;

  • Approved video equipment, as part of the communication process (advice on this will be given in the first intensive face-to-face teaching block);

  • An appropriate dental library.
Previous Academic Study Yes A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
References Yes One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.
Other Yes You may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application.

 

Application closing date

Our first deadline for applications is 23 October 2020 for January 2021 entry. After this date, the programme will remain open if places are available, and will be closed as soon as it is full, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. For programmes with spaces remaining, no further applications will be accepted after 23 November 2020.

Please note you will not be eligible for an application fee refund if you apply after the first application deadline and places are filled before the final deadline above and we are unable to process more offers.

Help and support

If you don't have a suitable qualification for direct entry to a UK university, or if English isn't your first language, our academic preparation courses can help you get ready for study in the UK.

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Fees and funding

  • Full time Home fees: Part time tuition fees apply - see below
  • Full time overseas fees: Part time tuition fees apply - see below
  • Part time Home fees: £9,240 per year (2020/21)
  • Part time overseas fees: £9,240 per year (2020/21)

Students starting their programme in 2020/21 who are eligible to pay EU fees will pay the same rate of tuition fees as UK students. This will apply for the duration of their programme, but may be subject to change by the UK Government for subsequent cohorts from 2021/22.

These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.

Deposit

When you receive an offer for this course you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit of £1,000 to secure your place. The deposit will be credited towards your total fee payment.

•             If you receive an offer before September, payment is due by 30th September.

•             If you receive an offer between 1st September and 30th September, payment is due within one month of receiving the offer.

•             If you receive an offer between 1st to 31st October, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the offer.

•             If you receive an offer between 1st November and 30th November, payment is due within one week of receiving the offer.

•             If you receive an offer in December, payment is due within 2 days of receiving the offer.

If you are a current King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.

Additional costs/expenses

In addition to your tuition fees, you can also expect to pay for: 

  • Travel, accommodation and subsistence for the face-to-face training blocks in India during years 1 and 2
  • Internet access
  • Computer equipment detailed above
  • Photography equipment (to be discussed further at enrolment)
  • A digital camera with a macro lens and ring flash
  • SD card 
  • Photo editing software
  • Books if you choose to buy your own copies 
  • Library fees and fines 
  • Personal photocopies 
  • Printing course materials
  • Society membership fees 
  • Conference attendance (optional)
  • Stationery 
  • Binding for logbooks/dissertations
  • Blank cds/usb sticks for submitting clinical cases
  • Postage for mailing assignments/clinical work to London
  • Examination fees (if not taken at venue in London)
  • Graduation costs

Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.

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Testimonials

Anna

Anna

I wanted to learn more about the field of facial prosthetics and this was a great opportunity for me to get an international education whilst living in Norway. The lecturers at King’s have a great deal of experience both practically and theoretically. This is very important for me as I can learn about a variety of patient cases. The face-to-face part of the course was very rewarding because I got to know the other students and we had a lot of hands on training. I recommend this programme to colleagues because you get an updated education allowing you to treat patients more confidently. This is an ideal way to get a formal education in the area while studying with other students from many different backgrounds.

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