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MFOdont - Master of Forensic Odontology
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
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MFOdont - Master of Forensic Odontology
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
Select a an exam type
Forensic odontology is a specialised field of dentistry. It involves the examination, handling, and presentation of dental evidence for the legal system. This master’s is a two-year advanced course. It will help you develop in forensic odontology. You will gain further expertise and practical expertise and skills in independent research. Studying Forensic Odontology at Dundee means that you will learn in state-of-the-art facilities. You will also learn from experts in the field. You will gain hands-on experience in clinical and forensic settings. You will also develop your knowledge in aspects of forensic medicine, law and research. The MFOdont Forensic Odontology course will help you develop deeper knowledge and practical skills needed to work in the field. You will develop these skills through real-life case work. Topics you will study include: dental identification and profiling. This will include sessions on death and cognitive bias with a psychologist, disaster victim identification, age estimation from dental sources, dental report writing and giving evidence, admissibility and limitations of bite mark identification, legal aspects of dentistry. The course has a strong focus on practical learning in a supportive environment. You will have the opportunity to use specialised labs, digital imaging tools, and virtual reality technology. This will help you to develop the skills required to analyse dental evidence in legal cases. You will also be able to conduct research in forensic odontology.
At least 2 years post-qualification dental experience is desirable before applying. This is not a requirement but those with experience will be considered ahead of those who are newly-qualified.
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£28,750 per year
Students from Domestic
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£28,750 per year
Students from England
£28,750 per year
Students from Wales
£28,750 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
£28,750 per year
Students from EU
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£28,750 per year
Students from International
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