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MClinDENT IN ENDODONTOLOGY
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N.B. This guide is prepared in advance of the academic year. Therefore, details of the programme are subject to change.
17 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
04 INTRODUCTION
08 SYLLABUS OVERVIEW
09 COURSE LECTURERS
10 METHODS OF STUDY AND ASSESSMENT
13 COURSE DURATION & RECOGNITION POINTS
16 ONLINE LEARNING
20 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COURSE FEES
06 ABOUT US
12 TEACHING MODALITIES
14 RESIDENTIAL COURSES/HANDS-ON SESSIONS
18 ADMISSION CRITERIA
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T wo of the UK’s most respected education and academic organisations have joined forces to provide an innovative, technology driven MClinDent in Endodontology. Healthcare
Learning, the UK’s pre-eminent healthcare education provider, and BPP University, have had the prescience to collaborate in providing students with the best of everything — lecturers, online technology, live sessions and support.
This programme brings together a high class international faculty for a modern and global classroom.
This programme is more than just an online learning experience. Students will be able to communicate with a diverse multi-ethnic global community of peers with whom they will also share residential courses in fantastic settings.
04INTRODUCTION
• To provide an innovative programme which enhances current knowledge and clinical skills in endodontology.
• To present sound academic theory and high quality practical training in endodontology concepts by world class mentors.
• To provide students with the confidence and ability to enhance their current clinical practice by incorporating the latest advances in technology and research ensuring functional and long lasting endodontic care.
• To deliver learning using the latest technology enabling students to access the course regardless of place or time zone whilst maintaining their dental practices.
OUR AIM
Dr Adriano BoassoHead of Education
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06ABOUT US
HEALTHCARE LEARNING
H ealthcare Learning, established in 2000, is a leading provider of undergraduate and postgraduate healthcare education and information. They provide blended-learning postgraduate degrees where they partner with top universities.
They offer a wide range of products and services for individuals, corporates and healthcare organisations. These include qualifications, interactive learning courses, websites, events, publications, learning compliance systems, bespoke solutions and mobile applications.
Healthcare Learning are also the founders of the Global Dental Schools Network which provides access to educational content for dental undergraduates around the world. They are currently working with over 25 of the world’s top universities including New York University, University of Manchester, Medical University of Vienna, University of Portsmouth and the University of Western Cape.
Healthcare Learning organise live events and expert-hosted learncasts. The Clinical Innovations Conference has been running for the last 10 years and takes place annually in London UK, New Delhi India and Cape Town South Africa and the Aspire Academy aimed at dentists who have recently qualified in the last five years. They also publish many market-leading publications that are dedicated to the educational needs of healthcare practitioners and professionals. These include a weekly newsletter to over 30,000 dentists from around the globe, a news app, a dedicated news site and Dental Tribune UK.
BPP UNIVERSITY
T his programme will be awarded as a Master's in Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent). As clinically-based qualifications, BPP's courses are designed to equip you with real-life practice experience, so that students are fully prepared for a flourishing professional career.
The six programmes are specifically designed for practising dental professionals. Part-time students attend intensive blocks of seminars and practical workshops at BPP University locations and perform the clinical component of their programme in their own practices.
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08SYLLABUS OVERVIEWUNIT 1:AETIOLOGY AND DIAGNOSIS OF DISEASE OF THE PULP
This module explains the causes and aetiology of pulpal disease
and how they may be treated or prevented. It provides knowledge of
the morphology of teeth including the size, shape and course of the
pulp chamber and canals, developing an awareness of anatomical
variations. Students will also be able diagnose pulpal disease, treat
endodontology emergencies and advise patients of post-operative
sequelae.
300 HOURS/20 CREDITS
UNIT 3:BIOMECHANICS OF OSSEOINTEGRATION
When root canal treatment is not a viable or cost-effective
treatment option this module gives an overview of implants
and the theory of osseointegration with guidance on patient
selection, diagnosis, treatment planning, and restorative
protocols.
300 HOURS/20 CREDITS
UNIT 4:ENDODONTOLOGY RETREATMENT AND NAVIGATING THE COMPLEX TOOTH CANAL ANATOMY
This module develops competency in retreatment of failed root canal
treatment as a result of under-preparation, inadequate obturation
and iatrogenic perforation of the canal system. Included is the
management of facial trauma and surgical endodontology with risk
assessment and determination of long-term prognosis.
150 HOURS/15 CREDITS
UNIT 2:MANAGEMENT OF THE COMPROMISED DENTAL PULP
This module teaches students to develop a comprehensive, properly
sequenced treatment plan and alternative plans based on all
diagnostic data. It introduces the latest methods of managing disease
of the pulp and technologies of root canal preparation, debridement
and obturation underpinned by evidence-based treatment planning.
It also covers restorative protocols and their influence on current
thinking with regard the long-term prognosis of the root treated tooth.
300 HOURS/20 CREDITS
UNIT 5:OCCLUSION
This module addresses clinical aspects of occlusal treatment:
diagnosis and treatment protocol, fabrication of bite splints,
treatment of temporomandibular disorders, the creation of
functional restorations, occlusal adjustment, and treatment of
malocclusion.
150 HOURS/15 CREDITS
PROFESSOR JAMES PRITCHARDBDS, MSC, LDSRCS(ENG), MFGDP(UK), FIADFE(USA), AFHEA(UK)
Professor Prichard is a renowned teacher in endodontics, delivering hands-on courses,
lectures and seminars throughout the UK and overseas. Before joining BPP, James held
the posts of Associate Clinical Teacher, Clinical Teaching Fellow and Clinical Supervisor
in Endodontics on the Masters Programme at The University of Warwick. James has
published in scientific journals including the International Endodontic Journal, The British
Dental Journal and Endodontic Practice. He has been awarded a Fellowship from the
International Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics in New York and has recently gained
his Associate Fellowship from the Higher Education Authority as part of a post-graduate
teaching certificate in professional education.
DR JUSTIN DINLEYBDS, MSC(ENDO), DIP IMPDENT, RCS(ENG), DPDS, MFGDP
Justin is a Senior Lecturer in Endodontics on the MClinDent at BPP University, and is a key
opinion leader in the field of regenerative technologies for biotechnologies.
When he is not lecturing, Justin works in private practice, currently Duffield
Road Dental Care, Derby, taking on referrals from local dentists, and covers all
aspects of endodontics and orofacial pain. Justin has over six years endodontic
referral experience using state of the art microscopy and the latest techniques
and developments.
UNIT 6:ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
Students present and treat a minimum of ten surgical cases, four
of which are under supervision and appraised at regional clinic.
Students also contribute to seminars and present interesting
case reports they treated or intend to treat under supervision
or independently. The cases build up a clinical portfolio that is
marked for evidence of successful completion of the module.
300 HOURS/30 CREDITS
UNIT 7:EVIDENCE-BASED DENTISTRY: UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH
Introduces statistics, measurement, research design, exploring
their specific application in dental research and evaluation of
different treatment modalities.
300 HOURS/20 CREDITS
UNIT 8:EVIDENCE-BASED DENTISTRY: UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH
Students will be able to develop a research question and
produce a research dissertation in an area relevant to their
practice.
600 HOURS/40 CREDITS
09COURSE LECTURERS
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METHODS OF STUDY
PART-TIME DISTANCE LEARNING
The majority of the learning resources will be online. The
programme will combine interactive distance learning, learncasts,
live learning and print to create an integrated learning programme,
using the best of new media and technology.
RESIDENTIAL
Activities on this programme will be supplemented by attendance
at three residential courses to complete the hands-on portion of
the course.
RESOURCES
Students will have access to BPP University's online library.
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT
Assessments take the form of short answer questions, structured
essays, clinical case reports and treatment planning exercises.
Clinical details and photographic evidence of cases treated in
practice form the basis of case reports.
Structured essays and short answer questions are posted online
and students normally have two weeks to complete and submit.
Single best answer and reflective questions are used throughout
the units as a form of self-assessment.
TYPE OF LEARNING NO. OF HOURS % OF COURSE
LEARNCAST / ELEARNING / RECORDED LECTURES 250 14%
CRITICAL READING / REFLECTION & ASSESSMENTS 500 28%
RESIDENTIAL 100 6%
CLINICAL CASES 350 19%
DISSERTATION 600 33%
BREAKDOWN
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13LEARNCAST* / RECORDED LECTURES
Each learncast or lecture is typically 1-2 hours long with
assessments to be completed during the unit. Learncasts (live-
distance learning) and recorded lectures may be taken online. In all
cases, the examination is required to complete the unit.
Each lecture hour is assigned a one hour credit and its associated
coursework and assessment is assigned a 0.5 hour credit.
A learncast is a type of web conference, with an online
seminar. The direction of the presentation is primarily led by
the presenter. However, audience participation is integral and
indeed necessary for a more useful and interesting experience.
A learncast is live and interactive – with the ability to give
receive and discuss information. A learncast is typically 1-2
hours long.
CLINICAL CASE REPORTS
Photographic documentation and written descriptions of clinical
cases will be submitted online in a standard pre-formatted
template file for assessment purposes.
The images will include before, after and significant steps in
the treatment. Detailed guidelines for case presentation and
photography will be provided.
Each case is examined anonymously by a minimum of 2
instructors (and a third, in case of disagreement), marked and
returned to the participant with an evaluation and comments.
READINGS
The appraisal of current research will be an important part of the
course/programme.
Required and suggested reading take the form of peer reviewed
articles, chapters of textbooks or other published sources.
Articles are accessed online via BPP University Library. Each
article is assigned a 1 credit value (equivalent to 1-3 hours).
RESEARCH PROJECT / DISSERTATION
A dissertation is a detailed piece of writing designed to further
develop your knowledge and provides an opportunity to draw on
research skills developed across the course.
At a Master's level, the dissertation requires independent
thinking and an ability to critique one's own work and that of
others. A dissertation tutor will provide support in developing
the dissertation and is responsible for assessing and monitoring
students’ progress throughout the unit.
COURSE DURATION & RECOGNITION POINTS
This course is made up of seven taught units and one project unit – a total of eight units. The number of credits required for the
award of MClinDent is 180 credits.
60 credits - Award of PG Certificate 120 credits - Award of PG Diploma (Dissertation) 180 credits - Award of MClinDent
COURSE DURATION & RECOGNITION POINTS
UNIT NAME DURATION & RECOGNITION POINTS
1 AETIOLOGY AND DIAGNOSIS OF DISEASES OF THE PULP
2 MANAGEMENT OF THE COMPROMISED DENTAL PULP
3 BIOMECHANICS OF OSSEOINTEGRATION
4ENDODONTOLOGY RETREATMENT AND NAVIGATING THE COMPLEX
ROOT CANAL ANATOMY
5 OCCLUSION
6 ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
7 EVIDENCE-BASED DENTISTRY: UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH
8 EVIDENCE-BASED RESEARCH: PROFESSIONAL PROJECT
1 23 1234 56 12345 678
UNITS: UNITS: UNITS:
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PG Cert Awarded
PG Diploma Awarded
MClinDent Awarded
TEACHING MODALITIES
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Year 1
Module 1 Residential
Date: 19 - 23 September 2018
Location: BPP University Dental Institute, Birmingham
Module 2 Residential
Date: 16 - 20 January 2019
Location: BPP University Dental Institute, Birmingham
Module 3 residential
Date: 1 - 5 May 2019
Location: BPP University Dental Institute, Birmingham
Year 2
Module 1
Date: 22-24 November 2018 (TBC)
Location: BPP University Dental Institute, Birmingham
Module 2
(Delivered at two venues)
Date: 24 – 26 March 2019
Location: BPP University Dental Institute, Birmingham
Date: 27 March 2019
Location: University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire,
Coventry
14RESIDENTIAL COURSES/HANDS-ON SESSIONSGENERAL INFORMATION
This programme offers more than just a modern learning experience. Students will be able to communicate with a diverse multi-ethnic
global community of peers with whom they will also share three residential courses to complete the mandatory hands-on portions of
the course, in fantastic settings.
The residential dates for the 2018/2019 cohort are:
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16EDUCATION SUPPORT PLATFORM
The majority of the learning resources will be online. The programme
will combine recorded lectures, learncasts, discussion boards,
hands-on sessions and eLearning modules to create an integrated
learning programme using the best of new media and technology.
You will interact with these components through the secure online
ESP system, which will guide you towards your goals through a
detailed activity timeline.
The platform provides the following:
• Student Profile
• Learning Plan
• Personal Development Plan
• eLearning Modules
• Learncasts
• Progress Tracker
• Resources
• Case Study & Photo Uploading
• Dental Literature
• Messaging System
• Multiple Choice Questions
• Tutor Assessment
ELEARNING MODULES
Courses can be accessed through the learning plan.
LEARNCASTS & RECORDED LECTURES
Both recorded and ‘live’ and interactive conferences that provide
students with the ability to either view at a time and pace convenient
to them or to give, receive and discuss information.
CLINICAL PRACTICE
In order to complete the advanced clinical practice module, you will
complete clinical requirements in your own practice to develop key
clinical competencies.
ONLINELEARNING
WHAT IS THE START DATE?
4 September 2018
HOW ARE CANDIDATES SELECTED?
Candidates are eligible as long as they meet the entry criteria and
there are enough spaces. (See page 18 for entry criteria)
WHAT IF I MISS THE LIVE LEARNCAST?
All learncasts are recorded to be viewed at a time convenient
to you.
WHEN IS THE NEXT INTAKE?
Next intake is September 2018. Enrolment is open NOW.
CAN THIS BE A FULL-TIME COURSE TOO?
No, this course can only be part-time distance learning.
WHAT ARE THE TUITION FEES?
*Standard fees for 2018
£30,000 for the whole course. Students booking a place in this
course through Healthcare Learning will receive a £5,000 bursary
towards the course fees.
FEE REDUCTIONS AND BURSARIES
Call +44(0)20 7400 8989 to find out if you are eligible.
FINANCE
Payment by instalments is available.
Please call +44(0)20 7400 8989 for more information.
We will require a deposit of £5,000 on application.
For more details on payment options contact Healthcare Learning.
WHAT CAN I DO TO ENSURE I HAVE A PLACE?
Let us know that you are ready to apply, then pay your deposit and
complete the application forms.
HOW MUCH TIME WILL I NEED TO ALLOCATE TO THIS
COURSE?
We advise on spending around 8 hours per week to study for the
course.
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UK students
• Undergraduate qualification in dentistry, and
• Completion of at least one year in clinical practice
• Current General Dental Council practising certificate
Prior to commencing clinical placement
• Current satisfactory immunisation status, and
• Current evidence of a satisfactory disclosure and barring service (DBS) check
• Current evidence of professional indemnity insurance
International (including EU) students
• Undergraduate qualification in dentistry, and
• Completion of at least one year in clinical practice
• Letter of good standing or equivalent from an appropriate regulatory dental body, and
• IELTS score of 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component)
18ADMISSION CRITERIACandidates must be able to satisfy the general admissions criteria of both BPP University and Healthcare Learning.
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Terms and conditions for course fees
An access and registration fee of £6,000 (includes VAT) is payable to Healthcare Learning Ltd upon registration. This fee is refundable in
the event that the student application is not approved (minus a charge of £500 for administration and the online learning library).
A student, upon accepting a place on the course, will become liable immediately for the full fees due. On accepting a place, Healthcare
Learning will provide access to online learning to aid preparation for the course and to support continuous professional
development (CPD).
Students are offered payment options as set out in the fees schedule. These options may be provided by an independent financial
provider. If the payment schedule has been agreed with an independent financial provider, the student will be subject to the Terms and
Conditions of that company. Once a payment plan has been agreed, this cannot be changed by the student, except for in extenuating
circumstances that are agreed with Healthcare Learning Ltd in writing. Healthcare Learning Ltd reserves the right to charge an
administration fee to alter the payment schedule.
Limited Places
Course places are limited in number and cannot be guaranteed until the application is approved AND payment of course fees is received
in full by Healthcare Learning Ltd. Information and dates maybe subject to change and revision at any time.
Sponsored Students
Where a student provides a valid sponsor letter at application from an external corporate body agreeing to pay tuition fees, the invoice
will be sent directly to the sponsoring organisation and payment of the invoice will be due immediately. A student who is sponsored by a
friend or relative will be regarded as responsible for their own fees.
In the event of non-payment of part or all fees by the sponsoring organisation, the outstanding amount will be invoiced to the student
and will be payable within 14 days.
Methods of Payment
We regret that we cannot accept cash payments due to security and insurance reasons. Therefore, cash payments should be made
directly to HSBC Bank using the details provided in the invoice.
Tuition Fees may be paid by:
Credit/Debit Card – Payments can be made by credit card over the telephone (+44(0)20 7400 8989).
Bank Transfer – Can be made into the following account:
Account Name: Healthcare Learning Ltd: HSBC Bank Cardiff Bay Branch, 97 Bute Street Cardiff CF10 5NA.
Sort Code: 40-16-13
Account Number: 21397400
Bank Swift-Code: MIDLGB2124H
Bank Routing No: IBAN No GB71MIDL40161321397400.
Please ensure your Bank quotes your name as the payment reference.
Cheque/Bankers Draft – Made payable to Healthcare Learning Ltd and forwarded to: Healthcare Learning: Healthcare Learning, Baird
House, 4th Floor, 15–17 St. Cross Street, London, EC1N 8UW.
All payments must be made in £ Sterling. All bank charges must be paid by the student. If making payment at an HSBC Bank, you must
inform Healthcare Learning Ltd and/or provide a copy of the HSBC receipt as soon as possible.
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