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Medical Sciences - Oral Biology

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About Medical Sciences - Oral Biology, MSc - at University of Alberta

Award: Master of Science

The Department of Dentistry offers the MSc and PhD in Medical Sciences degrees (see Medical Sciences) for post-DDS applicants or for those proceeding from a BSc or equivalent degree. Research may be carried out in a variety of dentistry-related disciplines for which faculty members in the department have active research programs. Inquiries should be directed to the Graduate Program Administrator, Department of Dentistry (www.dent.ualberta.ca).

The Department offers the MSc in Medical Sciences program in the following areas of specialty: Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Oral Biology, Oral Medicine, Orthodontics, and Periodontology. The PhD programs are offered in Dentistry, Oral Biology, Orthodontics and Periodontology.

Application for admission should be directed to the University of Alberta's Online Graduate Application.

Entrance Requirements

The Department's minimum admission requirements are listed below by program.


Entry requirements

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Why study at University of Alberta

  • Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
  • Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
  • Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
  • Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
  • Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
  • Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
  • Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes