MPhil Orthodontics: The University of Manchester

Course description

Research within the orthodontic research unit involves clinical trials of a range of orthodontic interventions. Recent multi-centre trials, sponsored by the Medical Research Council (UK), have provided new insights into treatment timing, and dental and psychological outcomes. The unit is presently publishing reports on a twenty year longitudinal study of the effectiveness of orthodontic treatment.

Research is funded by the Medical Research Council (UK), NIDCR, the European Commission and the Department of Health (UK).

The supervisory team will assist the MPhil candidate throughout the study, ensuring academic objectives are met and suitable training is provided in core skills fundamental to the research. Transferable skills training is provided by a dedicated Graduate Training Programme offered by the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences, which provides training in research methodology, critical writing skills, intellectual property, research ethics etc.

All dentistry based MPhil/PhD researchers are required to successfully complete a course unit in Research Methods and to participate in the Graduate Training Programme. Students are encouraged to attend journal clubs and research meetings within the School and are provided a personal laptop computer for the duration of their studies.

Entry requirements

Academic entry qualification overview: All applicants will be required to provide evidence of an honours undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2), or the overseas equivalent, and a Masters degree in an appropriate subject from a recognised institution. In some circumstances, relevant research or professional experience may be acceptable in place of an academic qualification.

English language: Students whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 575 paper based or TOEFL 230 computer based.