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Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics

KPT/JPT(R/0911/7/0003)05/2029 | MQA/SWA12162

Commencement

Oct

Degree/Duration

Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics (IMU):
1 year (Full-time)

2 years (Part-time)

Discover the Complexities of Endodontics

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Plan and decide your own academic schedule through a flexible programme into the intricate world of dental pulp and root canals. Build your expertise in diagnosing and treating complex dental conditions as an endodontics specialist. Specialise in pain relief and preserving patients’ natural teeth through utilising IMU’s state-of-the art facilities under the guidance of expert mentors. Open your mind to the precision and artistry of endodontics and make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Why Study Endodontics at IMU?

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Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) Accredited

IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/2019 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.

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State of the Art Digital Technologies

Students will be having a free hand to utilize IMU’s digital facilities including Dental operating microscope and CBCT.

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Highly Qualified and Experienced Staff

The course is delivered and supervised by highly qualified and experienced local and international prosthodontists. The eminent fulltime and adjunct faculty members are involved in delivering different aspects of treatments based on one’s expertise.

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Course Content and Delivery

Course content is prepared by experts in the field of Endoodntics The content is delivered with a variety of methods including lectures, seminars, CBL, practical and clinical hands-on.

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Flexible Learning Options

Flexible modular design that provides options for dentists to continue working in their clinics whilst enrolled on the course. Flexibility to treat patients in IMU’s Oral Health Center as well as in students’ own clinics.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants are required to:

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent qualification
  • Registered under Division 1 of the Malaysian Dental Register and holds current Annual Practicing Certificate(APC); or
  • Registered with the dental regulatory body in another country and eligible to be granted a TemporaryPracticing Certificate (TPC)
  • Eligible to apply for an APC or TPC (whichever is applicable) that is specific to the IMU Oral Health Centre (OHC) and eligible to attend clinical sessions in the Centre during the study period of the programme
  • A minimum of one (1) year clinical practice after basic degree
  • Able to demonstrate an interest in Endodontics with appropriate baseline knowledge and skills in general dentistry
  • Health requirements as required by IMU

English Requirements

For Malaysian Students

Not applicable

 

For International Students

  • IELTS : Band score 5.0; or
  • TOEFL (iBT) : Overall score of 42; or
  • Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE) : Overall score of 154; or
  • Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE) : Overall score of 154; or
  • Cambridge Linguaskill : Overall score of 160; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 47;

The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:

  • International students from countries in which English is the first language.
  • International students who graduated from any Malaysian or other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English.

Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.

Fee Structure

Fee Malaysian Student (RM) International Student (RM)
Application Fee 150 Not applicable
Registration Fee 1,100 Not applicable
Refundable Caution Deposit 2,000 Not applicable
Student Association Fee per Semester** 40 Not applicable
  • All IMU Alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate studies and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a bursary of 15%
  • Application fee is payable upon submission of application
  • Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
  • Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
  • Fee payable per semester are subject to the number of credits registered
  • **Subject to annual increase
Study Mode Malaysian Student
Tuition Fees
International Student
Tuition Fees
Postgraduate Diploma  
Conventional RM2,100 per credit hour,
No. of Credit Hour: 30 hours RM63,000 total fee

Get All the Facts About Our Programme

Explore in-depth information on our programme, including intake dates, curriculum, partner universities, career pathways, and admissions requirements.

Hear from Our Students and Alumni

I have been involved in this programme from its inception. The programme aims to train students in the understanding of pulpal and periapical pathophysiology, selection of appropriate dental materials/instruments, fundamental rationale of clinical techniques and management of failed Endodontic cases of moderate difficulty.

Dr Shekhar Bhatia

Lecturer

Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:  
  • Verified copies of your academic qualifications
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
  • A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
  These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made. We wish you all the best with your application and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
Endodontics is a treatment pertaining to saving the existing teeth from caries and pulpal infections by performing root canal treatment and related procedures. However, prosthodontics treatment is performed after removal of teeth and refers to replacement of missing teeth or related structures by artificial means.
Yes, as this programme has been designed with working dental practitioners in mind. Dental practitioners who have registered for the course are guided and mentored to fulfil the requirements of the course in one year. However, those who may not be able to commit the time to fulfil the requirements will be provided an allowance to complete the requirements up to a period of three years.
No, this is not a speciality course and you are not considered as a specialist. However, the postgraduate diploma qualification can be added to your credentials to certify that you are trained through an approved university course to provide endodontic treatment.
This programme includes 6 modules in 2 semesters with a total of 30 credit hours to be delivered over a period of 1 year. Duration of each module is approximately 6 weeks including 1-week of compulsory on site activities in IMU School of Dentistry. For clinical activities, students have the choice of treating patients at the IMU’s Oral Health Centre or in their own clinics. All teaching and learning activities will be completed within the first year, students will take 1 to 2 years to complete clinical case requirements and appear for final assessment.

A Word from the Programme Director

The primary objective of the IMU Postgraduate Diploma in Prosthodontics is to provide dental practitioners the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in Prosthodontics; to plan and treat a range of patients needing minimal to moderately difficult prosthodontic treatment modality. This programme is designed to support the training and learning of working dental practitioners by using a flexible modular mode of delivery and a wide array of teaching methods supplemented with guidance from personal tutors. The training emphasises the provision of care based on current evidence, appropriate technologies and specialised techniques. An evidence-based patient-centered approach is used in advising patients concerning treatment options and prognosis. The programme covers knowledge acquisition through face-to-face and online lectures and case based discussion, skills development through hands-on training in the simulation lab, and clinical experience through patient care at the IMU Oral Health Centre and at the student’s own workplace. This programme aims to produce graduates able to coordinate a multidisciplinary approach in managing oral health care, and provide accessible and affordable prosthodontic care. Students are expected to be able to update their skills through lifelong learning, and share their expertise with their peers.

Prof Seow Liang Lin

Dean, School of Dentistry

BDS (Mal), MSc (London), FDSRCS (England), PhD (Mal)

A Word from the Programme Director

The primary objective of the IMU Postgraduate Diploma in Prosthodontics is to provide dental practitioners the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in Prosthodontics; to plan and treat a range of patients needing minimal to moderately difficult prosthodontic treatment modality. This programme is designed to support the training and learning of working dental practitioners by using a flexible modular mode of delivery and a wide array of teaching methods supplemented with guidance from personal tutors. The training emphasises the provision of care based on current evidence, appropriate technologies and specialised techniques. An evidence-based patient-centered approach is used in advising patients concerning treatment options and prognosis. The programme covers knowledge acquisition through face-to-face and online lectures and case based discussion, skills development through hands-on training in the simulation lab, and clinical experience through patient care at the IMU Oral Health Centre and at the student’s own workplace. This programme aims to produce graduates able to coordinate a multidisciplinary approach in managing oral health care, and provide accessible and affordable prosthodontic care. Students are expected to be able to update their skills through lifelong learning, and share their expertise with their peers.

Prof Seow Liang Lin

Dean, School of Dentistry

BDS (Mal), MSc (London), FDSRCS (England), PhD (Mal)

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