Overview

Our Dentistry course for Medical Graduates is specifically designed to support a very limited number of qualified doctors wishing to pursue a career in either oral and maxillofacial surgery or oral medicine/pathology. Our course combines the very latest thinking in dental education with early clinical experience. You will be taught by internationally-renowned staff and exposed to a rich breadth of skills and knowledge in a diverse clinical environment.

Key benefits

  • Evidence-based and research-led degree course with a high level of clinical experience in all areas
  • Global recognition of teaching excellence (Dentistry at King’s is ranked 1st in the UK and 4th in the world - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
  • State-of-the-art clinical, simulation (both low fidelity phantom head simulation and high fidelity augmented reality haptic simulation) and technical facilities
  • Largest dental school in the UK graduating around 150 dentists a year
  • Partnership with world-famous Guy’s and St Thomas' and King’s College Hospitals

Course essentials

The integrated nature of our course means that basic science teaching will relate to clinical practice and clinical teaching will be underpinned by scientific understanding. Our course emphasises whole patient care, which requires consideration of the patients’ total dental and medical needs, rather than just the provision of individual items of treatment.

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

Three years

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Application deadline:

15 September 2025

Administrative bodies

Course accreditation

GDC logo

Reviewed, inspected and accredited by the Reviewed, inspected and accredited by the UK General Dental Council (GDC)

Regulating body

Base campuses

King's Open Day Guy's Campus

Guy’s Campus

As a potential student, Guy’s Campus feels dynamic and focused—perfect for health and science studies. Located near London Bridge, it blends cutting-edge labs with a close-knit community, all in the heart of one of London’s most vibrant areas.

Students outside the main building at Denmark Hill

Denmark Hill Campus

Denmark Hill, in Southwark, London, is a vibrant area known for its historical landmarks and green spaces. Home to King's College and the Maudsley Hospitals, it also features Ruskin Park, named after John Ruskin, and the Camberwell College of Arts.

St Thomas's campus looking out towards the river and the London Eye.

St Thomas’ Campus

St Thomas’ Campus feels inspiring—right on the Thames with stunning views of Parliament. It’s a hub for healthcare and clinical training, offering hands-on experience in a top hospital setting, all in the heart of central London.