Admission Requirements

1- The applicant must hold a Master’s degree in the same specialization from a recognized university, or an equivalent degree accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities.

2- Approval from the employer allowing the candidate to enroll in the PhD program and granting the required study leave.

3- Submission of an application including all required documents addressed to the Dean of the Faculty within the specified application period.

4- For international students, the regulations of the University’s International Students Administration apply.

5- A scientific and applied research thesis is required, containing a new scientific contribution equivalent to (30) credit hours.

Target Group: Egyptians – International Students – Both

All Egyptian and international dentists holding a Master’s degree in Dentistry from Egyptian universities or its equivalent as recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities.

Program Duration

Four (4) academic years as a basic duration, in addition to two additional years.

Application Period

From January to May each year.

Credit Hours: 70 credit hours (comprising 40 coursework credit hours and 30 credit hours allocated to the thesis)

Program Rationale

Preparation of highly qualified academic and clinical professionals capable of leadership and development in the field of specialization. The program enables the management of complex and advanced pediatric dental cases, including treatment of children with special needs, cases requiring general anesthesia, management and treatment of dental and oral trauma, as well as functional and aesthetic oral rehabilitation in complex and multidisciplinary cases, according to the latest global treatment concepts and protocols.

Skills Acquired by Graduates

The PhD program in Pediatric Dentistry develops the academic competence and specialized clinical expertise of graduates in the prevention, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment of oral and dental conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. The program emphasizes scientific research, critical evaluation of evidence, and the application of contemporary pediatric dentistry principles, enabling graduates to conduct original research, enhance academic excellence and clinical practice, support lifelong oral health, and improve children’s quality of life.

Contact Information:

Email:

dean@dent.asu.edu.eg

viced.research@dent.asu.edu.eg