DPaedDent Paediatric Dentistry

University of Leeds

The Professional Doctorate in Paediatric Dentistry recognises the demanding nature of and delivers high levels of clinical training coupled with academic study in the dental specialities. The programme recognises that as a clinician, you may wish to engage in research without necessarily pursuing an academic career. The research aspect is embedded into clinical practice - this enables you to complete specialist clinical and academic training alongside significant research activity within the time frame of a doctoral training programme. It is important to note that this is a research degree leading to the award of a doctoral level degree, therefore the research component of the degree is significant. Upon completion of the programme, you will be able to: Demonstrate in-depth specialist knowledge of techniques relevant to clinical paediatric dentistry or advanced understanding of concepts, information and techniques informed clinical paediatric dentistry, Exhibit competence in the exercise of generic dental and paediatrics-specific intellectual abilities, Demonstrate advanced understanding of techniques applicable to your own research, advanced scholarship or area of specific interest within the field of dentistry, Take a proactive and self-reflective role in working and to develop professional relationships with others both within the dental team and outside the dental profession.