Overview
Master’s Degree in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is a postgraduate program designed to develop highly qualified dentists for advanced practice in the diagnosis and surgical management of diseases, injuries, and defects of the oral and maxillofacial region. The program integrates theoretical knowledge, clinical training, and surgical experience, while including a research thesis to develop skills in scientific investigation and evidence-based practice.
About the Program
The Master’s Degree in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University is a four-year program comprising four academic semesters over 2 years and a thesis. Upon successful fulfilment of all program requirements, graduates are awarded an officially accredited Master’s Degree certificate specifying the approved field of specialization and the title of the thesis.
How to Apply
Applications for registration must be submitted during February and March of each year. Due dates will be officially announced through the faculty website https://www.asu.edu.eg/dentistry/en. Applications for international students in Egypt are centrally managed through the "Study in Egypt" platform (admission.study-in-egypt.gov.eg) and the Ministry of Higher Education's system (wafeden.gov.eg). Accepted candidates are notified through post-graduate studies administration office via e-mail.
Admission Requirements
● Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Oral and Dental Medicine and Surgery (BDS) from a recognized Faculty of Dentistry in Egypt, or an equivalent degree approved by the Supreme Council of Universities.
● Applicants must have completed the mandatory internship year. For international students, clinical practice or training in an approved medical centre or a governmental hospital could be accepted instead of the internship year.
● Applicants should have a minimum overall Bachelor’s grade of “Good”. Applicants with a “Pass” grade may apply for the master’s program after being awarded a postgraduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
● Applicants must submit an official approval from their employer confirming permission to be enrolled in the Master in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and commitment to full-time study throughout the program duration.
Program Structure and Duration
● Program Structure: The Master’s Degree in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is a four-year program. Candidates should complete 50 credit hours over two years (four semesters), including a comprehensive series of courses, in addition to 20 credit hours for the thesis.
● Course Load: Each semester includes compulsory and elective courses, with a maximum of 18 credit hours.
Semester Duration: 16 weeks per semester.
● Clinical Training: The program offers extensive hands-on clinical experience, enabling candidates to apply advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques in the oral and maxillofacial region under expert supervision. Emphasis is placed on safe, evidence-based, and comprehensive patient management.
● Seminars and Didactic Courses: Structured courses provide core theoretical knowledge in oral and maxillofacial surgery, integrating fundamental sciences, surgical principles, and recent scientific advancements. Interactive seminars and case-based discussions promote analytical thinking, clinical reasoning, decision-making and supports the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical surgical experience.
● Thesis Requirement: This program requires thesis.
Requirements for Graduation
● Full-time Study: Students must commit fully to the program.
● Attendance: Regular attendance is required; up to 25% absence may be excused in special cases.
● Academic requirements: All courses should be passed with a minimum grade of (C) and a cumulative GPA of at least (2.44).
● Practical/Clinical training: Students must complete all required practical and clinical tasks, documented in a logbook. A minimum of 75% completion is required to sit for exams.