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Master of Science Program in Orthodontics

Name of Degree: Master of Science (Orthodontics)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Orthodontics)

1. Philosophy and Justification of the Curriculum

The program is designed to offer educational experiences that promote critical thinking skills and
evidence-based orthodontics through the emphasis of learners’ achievements by means of a learning-centered

approach for self-development of knowledge, abilities, and new skills. The graduate will receive clinical
experiences in diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical management of various orthodontic problems
including patients with cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial syndromes. The program strives to support

graduates in recognizing the evolving nature of contemporary orthodontic practice by providing a full range of
comprehensive clinical experiences including application of new technologies and innovations in orthodontic
practice. This will also equip graduates with the conquest of ethics and morality in conducting scientific

research and evaluating relevant literature systematically. Such experiences will enable the residents to become
highly competent orthodontists according to World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) standards

2. Objectives of the Program
After graduating from the program, master graduates achieve the qualification standard as follows.:

- Apply principles and theories of orthodontics to treat orthodontic patients with various types of
malocclusions due to dental and/or skeletal abnormality (Knowledge)
- Conduct orthodontic treatment for patients with dentofacial deformities and malocclusions following the

professional standards of orthodontics (Skill)
- Possess moral standards and uphold professional ethics in orthodontic practice (Ethics)

- Have characters of good communication, team-working, self-directed learning and stay updated
with advancements in academic knowledge and technology in orthodontics, with emphasis on
evidence-based practice (Character).

3. Expected Learning Outcomes of the Curriculum

The graduates should be able to:
ELOs 1 Implement information technology, research, and life-long learning skills for selfdevelopment

in accordance to the principles of the 21st century learning environment
ELOs 2 Diagnose dentofacial deformities and malocclusions accurately using data gathered from

patients following the professional standards of orthodontics
ELOs 3 Formulate a comprehensive orthodontic treatment plan with collaboration in a
multidisciplinary team, giving a priority to a patient-centered care.

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