MSc in Dental Technology

• Advanced Technical Mastery: Gain comprehensive expertise in designing and constructing fixed and removable dental prostheses, as well as orthodontic and maxillofacial appliances.
• Digital Integration: Proficiency in modern CAD/CAM systems, dental scanning, and digital imaging techniques used in contemporary dental laboratories.
• Research Proficiency: Develop the ability to plan, conduct, and present original scientific research through a master’s thesis, contributing to solutions for modern challenges in dental technology.
• Laboratory Management: Acquire leadership and administrative skills for managing dental laboratories and services in both public and private healthcare sectors.
• Professional Ethics & Quality: Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional ethics and adherence to high-quality standards in dental technology practice.
• Critical Problem-Solving: Use analytical skills to evaluate complex dental anatomy and occlusion problems and propose effective technical solutions.

• A bachelor’s degree in regular attendance in Dental Technology or one of the Health Science specializations from King Saud University or any other recognized institution with at least a “Good” grade (GPA ≥ 2.75 out of 5 or equivalent).

• An Academic IELTS score of ≥ 5.0 (or equivalent).

First Year – First Semester
DEH513 – Biostatistics in Dental Health – 2 Study Units (Lecture)
DEH516 – Advances in Dental Morphology and Occlusion – 2 Study Units (Lecture)
DEH517 – Advanced Dental Materials Science – 2 Study Units (Lecture)
DEH518 – Digital Dental Technology – 3 Study Units (Lecture + Practical)

Total Study Units –  9

First Year – Second Semester
DEH526 – Management of Dental Laboratories and Services – 2 Study Units (Lecture)
DEH527 – Advanced Techniques in Fixed Prosthodontics – 3 Study Units (Lecture + Practical)
DEH528 – Implant Prosthodontic Techniques – 3 Study Units (Lecture + Practical)
DEH529 – Seminar in Dental Technologies – 2 Study Units (Lecture)

Total Study Units – 10

Second Year – First Semester
DEH598 – Thesis Proposal Preparation – 1 Study Unit (Supervision, Pass/Fail)
DEH… – Elective Course 1 – 3 Study Units
DEH… – Elective Course 2 – 3 Study Units

Total Study Units –  7

Second Year – Second Semester
DEH600 – Thesis – 6 Study Units (Supervision, Pass/Fail)

Total Study Units – 6