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Dental Clinician Scientist (DCS) Program
This rigorous and expansive program prepares accomplished learners for academic careers in oral health research.
Dental Clinician Scientist (DCS) Program
This rigorous and expansive program prepares accomplished learners for academic careers in oral health research.
Dental Clinician Scientist (DCS) Program
This rigorous and expansive program prepares accomplished learners for academic careers in oral health research.
About the program
Our joint degree program consists of a PhD in a dentistry-relevant area of research followed by a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. The program targets exceptional candidates aiming to become productive clinician-scientists in dental research or academic dentistry. You must hold an honours or master's degree to ensure sufficient academic training and research experience. Canadian citizens or learners with Canadian Permanent Residency status will be considered for admission.
- Program name: Dental Clinician Scientist (DCS)
- Degree level: PhD/DDS Combined
- Duration: 4-7 years
- Contact: dentistry.research@schulich.uwo.ca
- Website: Dental Clinician Scientist
Get prepared to apply
If you're interested in the DCS program and are applying from an outside university, please connect with our Associate Director of Research, Dr. Noha Gomaa, to explore research opportunities. You should also plan to visit Western after your initial enquiries, and start planning well in advance of the application deadline to leave space for scholarship applications (e.g. the Ontario Graduate Scholarship) via your proposed graduate program.
An individualized research program
The DCS program is a course of study tailored specifically to your research interests. Please think carefully about the expected time commitment versus the rewards related to your career goals. If you feel uncertain of your path, or the expectations and outcomes of the DCS program, please reach out to chat further.
Apply now via Western's School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
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