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Dental Therapy

School of Dentistry
Dental Therapy

Level: Diploma Programme

Period: 3 Years

Delivery: Face-to-Face

Award: Diploma

Campus: Lilongwe

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Programme Summary

The Diploma in Dental Therapy prepares oral health practitioners to deliver preventive and basic curative dental services in Malawi's hospitals and outreach clinics. The programme combines dental science, clinical skills and community oral health, addressing the country's shortage of dental professionals.

Admission Criteria Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • MSCE with credits in English, Mathematics, Physical Science and Biology (pre-Physics/Chemistry), OR credits in English, Biology, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (post-Physics/Chemistry).
  • Aggregate not more than 30 points.