The Master of Science in Dentistry program is designed to train students for a career in academic dentistry focused on research.  

Core competencies for the Master of Science in Dentistry include:

  • Thesis formulation including an extensive literature review to support thesis topic.
  • Innovative problem-solving techniques
  • Lab and/or clinic-based experimentation
  • Data collection
  • Data analysis
  • Statistical validation of conclusions
  • Thesis completion and oral defense