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

1- In-depth and specialized training in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of oral mucosal diseases and orofacial pain disorders.

2- Qualification for managing oral conditions associated with systemic diseases, providing graduates with exceptional diagnostic capabilities linking oral medicine and general medicine.

3- Development of advanced diagnostic skills beyond the master’s level, enabling leadership in complex clinical decision-making.

4- Critical evaluation of scientific literature and application of evidence-based practice principles in precise clinical decision-making.

5- Academic and clinical leadership through the production of original scientific knowledge and contribution to the advancement of the specialty.

Skills Acquired by Graduates

The PhD program in Oral Medicine and Diagnosis prepares graduates with in-depth expertise in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of oral mucosal diseases, orofacial pain disorders, and oral manifestations of systemic diseases. The program focuses on advanced diagnostic skills, critical appraisal of scientific literature, and the application of evidence-based clinical decision-making principles.

Contact Information:

Email:

dean@dent.asu.edu.eg

viced.research@dent.asu.edu.eg