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Bachelor in Dental Surgery

About the Course

Our Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS) programme offers a comprehensive education designed to produce skilled, compassionate, and ethical dental professionals. The curriculum combines rigorous academic coursework with extensive hands-on clinical training. Students will gain a deep understanding of the biological sciences, dental anatomy, pathology, and pharmacology, along with the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques.

From the first year, students engage in pre-clinical practice, honing their skills in our state-of-the-art simulation labs. As they progress, they will treat real patients under the supervision of experienced faculty in our modern dental clinics. The programme emphasizes preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to promote oral health and wellness in diverse populations.

Our BDS programme also fosters critical thinking, research skills, and a commitment to lifelong learning through various seminars, workshops, and research projects. In the third year, students will have the choice of undergoing an elective attachment either with the dental specialists in public hospitals for specialty exposure or an attachment with private dental practitioners for entrepreneurship.

Entry Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for Entry into a Dental Programme

A.    The selection for admission to a dental programme implies selection for the dental profession.
A person who is qualified in Dentistry from a dentistry programme recognized by the Malaysian Dental Council (“Council”) is entitled to be registered by the Council (Section 12 Dental Act). The fitness to practise Dentistry of the intended applicant shall have to be considered in the selection for entry into any dental programme.

B.    The practice of Dentistry requires the highest standards of professional and personal conduct as well as professional competence.

Although some students have attained the academic standards required, they will not be suitable to a career in Dentistry. It is in the interest of the public and such students that they should not gain admission, rather than to have to leave the course or the profession subsequently.
It is the responsibility of the dental school to ensure that there are no particular circumstances that will impact upon an applicant’s fitness to practise upon graduation.

All applicants shall declare if they have:

  • been found guilty of any criminal offence(s);
  • serious physical or mental illness; and/or
  • serious communicable disease(s) which may impact upon their future practice.

A person with any of the following shall be disqualified from entry into a dental programme: found guilty of offence(s) affecting the human body;

  • recent or serious dishonesty e.g. cheating at examinations, falsification of documents, plagiarism;
  • serious physical or mental illness; and/or
  • serious communicable disease(s).

Any failure to declare information that has a material influence on a student’s fitness to practise may lead to termination of their dental course, as honesty, integrity and good health are essential attributes of a dental practitioner and by extension, the dental student.

In the event of any doubt, the dental school shall seek clarification from the Council.

C.    A high level of academic attainment is expected.

  1. An understanding of science, in particular chemistry and biology, is central to the understanding of Dentistry. However, the Council recognizes the diversity of subjects taken by applicants and the contributions of those who entered dental schools with other qualifications.
  2. All applicants shall have attained a level of competence in English to enable them to complete the course successfully.
  3. All applicants who enter a matriculation, foundation or pre-dental programme, except those with a degree qualification in arts or humanities, shall have passed and attained a minimum of the following at School Certificate level or its equivalent:
  4. All applicants, except those with a degree qualification in arts or humanities, shall have passed and attained a minimum of the following at:
    a.    Higher School Certificate level or its equivalent: 
    Or
    b.    Diploma levelOr
    c.    Degree level

  5. Applicants shall be required to pass an aptitude test and/or an interview and/or a university entrance examination.

 

Duration of Study

5 years

Credit Hours

281

Recognition

MQA/PA 14302

Fees

RM410000 -RM415000

*The stated fees are estimation on overall completion of the program. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there will be considerable reduction in the fees.

The fees stated here are for Malaysians or local students only. Kindly refer to MSU regarding the fees for international students

Among the Courses Offered
  • General Anatomy & Embryology
  • General Physiology & Oral Physiology
  • Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
  • Dental Professional Development I
  • Head & Neck Anatomy
  • Dental Anatomy & Morphology
  • Oral Biochemistry 
  • Oral Biology - Oral Embryology, Oral Histology
  • General Pathology 
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry I
  • Introductory Microbiology & Oral Microbiology
  • General Pharmacology 
  • Introduction to Clinical Dentistry
  • Dental Materials & Skills - Operative Dentistry I
  • Dental Materials & Skills - Dental Prosthodontics I
  • Dental Therapeutics
  • Cariology
  • Society Behaviour & Health 
  • Dental Materials & Skills - Operative Dentistry II
  • Dental Materials & Skills - Dental Prosthodontics II
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry II
  • General Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology I
  • Oral Dignostic Imaging
  • Conservative Dentistry I
  • Prosthodontics I
  • Oral Maxillofacial Surgery I
  • Paediatric Dentistry I
  • Periodontology I
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry III
  • Dental Professional Development II
  • Elective 1(Bussiness Management)/Elective 2 (Specialty Attachment)
  • Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology II
  • Conservative Dentistry II
  • Prosthodontics II
  • Oral Maxillofacial Surgery II 
  • Paediatric Dentistry II  
  • Periodontology II
  • Orthodontics I
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry IV
  • Research Project I
  • Conservative Dentistry III
  • Prosthodontics III 
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery III 
  • Paediatric Dentistry III  
  • Periodontology III
  • Orthodontics II
  • General Dental Practice
  • Preventive and Community Dentistry V
  • Dental Professional Development III
  • Research Project II
  • Plus University Courses
Career Prospects

Graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) opens up a wealth of exciting career opportunities in the field of dentistry. Our programme equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in various professional roles within both the public and private sectors.

General Dental Practice
Most BDS graduates start their careers as general dentists, providing essential oral health care services. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a wide range of dental conditions, perform preventive care, and educate patients on maintaining oral hygiene.

Specialisation
For those interested in furthering their expertise, a BDS degree is the first step towards specialization. Postgraduate training and certification can lead to careers in orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, prosthodontics, special needs dentistry, and even forensic dentistry.

Public Health Dentistry
Graduates can also pursue careers in public health dentistry, focusing on improving community health through education, policy-making, and preventive care programmes. This path often involves working with government health departments, NGOs, and international health organizations.

Academic and Research
With a passion for teaching and research, BDS graduates can become academic professionals, contributing to dental education and advancing the field through innovative research. This career path typically involves working in dental schools, universities, and research institutions.

Corporate Dentistry
Opportunities also exist in corporate dentistry, where graduates can work with dental product companies, healthcare corporations, or insurance companies, offering expertise in product development, clinical research, and healthcare management.

Global Opportunities
The BDS qualification is recognized worldwide, allowing graduates to practice internationally, provided they meet the licensure requirements of the respective countries. This global recognition offers a chance to explore diverse cultures while making a significant impact on global oral health.

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