2026/27 Taught Postgraduate Programme Catalogue

MSc Oral Surgery

Programme overview

Programme code
MSC-D/OS-FT
UCAS code
Duration
12 Months
Method of Attendance
Full Time
Programme manager
Alasdair McKechnie
Contact address
denamck@leeds.ac.uk
Total credits
180
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme
School of Dentistry
Examination board through which the programme will be considered
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry

Programme specification

The Leeds Masters Programme in Oral Surgery provides a unique and highly relevant approach to clinical oral surgery. The MSc is delivered by leading clinicians and scientists who will help you develop the skills and knowledge to provide high quality, safe and effective clinical care that is based on the latest clinical evidence. Completion of this programme does not confer specialist registration or specialist listing in oral surgery. with the General Dental Council

The clinical content of the programme includes: management of patients with complex medical problems; simple and complex extractions; management of the complications of oral surgery; surgical removal of roots and unerupted teeth; management of wisdom teeth and odontogenic cysts; and the diagnosis and management of facial pain. Your clinical knowledge and skills will be underpinned by an understanding of the latest evidence-based-practice and clinical guidelines. Your understanding of research methods and interpretation of research data will be enhanced through tutorials and seminars, equipping you with the skills to produce your own independent research dissertation.

Design and provision of a modern clinical service requires a deep understanding of the principles of clinical governance, including clinical audit. On this programme you will learn how to apply the audit cycle to your own clinical practice and compare your outcomes to the best available standards. You will also gain experience in application of service improvement methods. These techniques developed in other industries but have been adopted widely by healthcare providers.


Year 1

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study and complete the following compulsory modules in order to be awarded the degree of MSc in Oral Surgery.

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
DSUR5022MResearch Methods Ethics and Statistics30Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)PFP
DSUR5241MAudit and Service Improvement in Clinical Practice15Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)PFP
DSUR5242MMedical Emergencies15Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)PFP
DSUR5243MDental Radiology15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)PFP
DSUR5245MIndividual Project451 Sep to 31 Aug (12mth)PFP
DSUR5246MClinical Practice of Oral Surgery60Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)PFP

Last updated: 30/04/2026 15:55:27

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