Course Summary
| Course Location: | Multiple locations |
|---|---|
| Duration: | Two Years |
| Level: | Postgraduate |
| Delivery: | Hybrid Learning, Part-time |
| Campus: | University of Greater Manchester/ Approved Dental Practices |
| Award: | MSc |
| Credits: | 180 |
MSc Specialist Practice of Periodontal Therapy
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The MSc Specialist Practice of Periodontal Therapy is designed to elevate the periodontal treatment skills of general dentists while fostering advanced competencies in managing periodontal diseases. Many cases requiring periodontal intervention are often referred to specialists, even though they can be effectively managed within the scope of general practice with the right expertise.
In addition to covering the foundational sciences of periodontology, the programme offers advanced training in both non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapies, including regenerative techniques and innovative treatment strategies essential for restoring and maintaining periodontal health.
This programme is ideal for general practitioners who want to refine their periodontal treatment skills, broaden their clinical offerings, and enhance patient care through comprehensive periodontal management.
The Advanced Prior Learning Delegate Pathway is a tailored program for professionals with advanced prior learning in Restorative Aesthetic Dentistry and Implantology.
The APL programme offers an accelerated curriculum that builds upon your existing qualifications and experience, with a duration customised to your current knowledge and skills. Through this pathway, you will deepen your expertise in advanced implantology techniques, restorative aesthetic dentistry, integrate the latest research and methodologies into your practice, and complete specific modules that complement your prior learning.
This pathway enables you to fast-track your MSc Restorative Aesthetic Dentistry and Implantology by leveraging your previous qualifications and focusing on advanced topics that will enhance your specialist practice.
Apply now to take the next step in advancing your career.
| Timeline | Clinical Skills Development |
|---|---|
| Month 1 | The Periodontal Journey & Practical Periodontics |
| Month 2 | The Periodontal Journey & Practical Periodontics |
| Month 3 | The Periodontal Journey & Practical Periodontics |
| Month 4 | Multidisciplinary management |
| Month 5 | Multidisciplinary management |
| Month 6 | Pocket Reduction Surgery |
| Month 7 | Pocket Reduction Surgery |
| Month 8 | Pocket Reduction Surgery |
| Month 9 | Pocket Reduction Surgery |
| Month 10 | Gingival Recession |
| Month 11 | Gingival Recession |
| Month 12 | Role plays and presentations |
| Month 13-24 | URECA, Reflective Clinical Practice & Dissertation |
This module equips students with evidence-based knowledge and practical skills to
assess, plan, and deliver advanced treatment modalities for periodontally
compromised patients. It emphasises identifying potential complications and
developing e ective risk assessment strategies to prevent or minimise these issues.
Additionally, the module enhances communication, organisation, problem-solving,
treatment planning, risk evaluation, ethical responsibility, and informed consent skills.
This module provides an opportunity to critically analyse the key causes of
periodontal disease, along with its diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
You will evaluate evidence and theories related to the management of gingivitis,
periodontitis, peri-implant disease, and apical periodontitis.
The module also emphasises identifying potential complications and formulating effective risk assessment strategies to prevent or minimise these issues.
This multidisciplinary module examines the anatomy, etiology, and management of occlusion from both orthodontic and restorative viewpoints. Its goal is to equip
dentists with the skills to accurately diagnose occlusal issues and develop comprehensive treatment plans that facilitate a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
This module offers an introduction to Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) through a series of practical training sessions focused on three-dimensional imaging
systems and their foundational principles. You will develop skills in navigating and interpreting three-dimensional images.
Throughout the module, you will learn about the fundamental technology behind CT scans, including their advantages and limitations.
Additionally, you will gain knowledge of the operating and legal requirements essential for the safe and effective use of radiographic equipment, as well as the
health and safety considerations related to ionizing radiation.
As an experienced dental professional, this optional module requires you to critically evaluate the value of your own knowledge base and to recognise and reflect on the important connections between what you already know and what you intend to learn through evaluation of clinical cases.
It encourages information literacy, using contemporary and seminal sources in order to compile a critical evaluation of periodontal practice to allow you to develop strategies to enhance practice. It will also be possible to arrange for supervised clinical placement of implants on actual patients in Dubai.
This module is designed to help you develop the research skills necessary to identify your dissertation topic, create a detailed proposal, and plan your research effectively. It will equip you with the academic skills required for Master’s level study.
The module encompasses key areas such as clinical statistics, evidence-based
practice, critical appraisal, measurement, and research design, with a focus on
their specific applications in medical research and treatment.
You will learn how to formulate realistic research objectives and establish an
appropriate conceptual and analytical framework for your study. Additionally,
you will acquire skills in identifying, collating, and critically reviewing relevant
literature, enabling you to make informed decisions regarding the research
philosophies, strategies, and methods best suited to your project.
This taught module offers the opportunity to conduct an extended and significant research project. It enables you to synthesize the academic knowledge gained from your previous postgraduate studies and practical experiences to create an evaluative and critical discussion on a specialist dental topic directly related to your program.
The module aims to enhance your skills in identifying a problem, determining its significance, formulating a hypothesis or proposition, designing a method for testing the hypothesis, and evaluating the results.
Payment Terms
We offer flexible payment options to suit your needs:
- Pay in Full – Settle the full course fee upfront.
- Finance Option via Tabeo – Spread the cost with financing arranged through our external partner, Tabeo.
- 12-Month Payment Plan – Available for both hands-on and digital formats:
- Hands-on Course: £5,000 deposit, followed by 12 monthly payments of £1,620
FAQ
Comprehensive (Blended Learning Route):
- We run one cohort each year, with 11 teaching days scheduled on one Monday per month.
- Each cohort is intentionally capped at 20 delegates and supported by 2 experienced lecturers, ensuring close supervision and personalised learning.
Yes, our MSc in Specialist Practice of Periodontal Therapy is offered in partnership with Perio School, and Reena Wadia is one of the lecturers on the course.
Yes. We offer flexible entry points. If you join mid-cohort, you will be given the opportunity to attend any missed hands-on learning days with the next available cohort, ensuring no loss of training.
es, this is possible for many delegates.
- Hands-on days are fixed, but once these are completed—and your coursework, exams, and (where applicable) dissertation are passed—you may complete early
- The same flexibility applies to the dissertation component, depending on your pace and submission
Progression explained clearly:
- During the first 12 months, you complete the Level 7 Diploma, alongside structured hands-on experience
Upon completion of the Diploma stage, you will be awarded a Level 7 EduQual Postgraduate Diploma, and you may then progress onto the MSc if desired.
Yes.
- You may enrol on the MSc without GDC registration
- You will have full access to phantom-head training and non-patient hands-on components
- Recognition varies by country, and delegates must confirm requirements with their local regulatory authority
- As a UK-accredited MSc, the qualification is widely accepted internationally
- As this is a part-time MSc, it does not confer specialist status on registers such as the UK GDC Specialist Register
- The qualification supports legal practice in many international jurisdictions, subject to local regulations
No, this course does not offer mentorship. At the end of the first year, you will observe live patient treatment.
We offer a range of flexible payment options to support our delegates:
- Pay in full – via our website or by bank transfer
- Finance options – available through Tabeo (subject to approval)
- 12-month payment plan – £5,000 deposit to secure your place, with the remaining balance spread evenly over 12 monthly instalments
Bank Transfer Details:
Account Name: Syntrain International Training
Sort Code: 30-91-01
Account Number: 20607868
Yes.
- You may complete the Level 7 Diploma first
- You will then APL (Accredit Prior Learning) onto the MSc programme
- APL fees and details are clearly outlined in the brochure
At present, we do not offer Student visa sponsorship for our part-time MSc programmes.
These programmes are designed for clinicians who already hold the appropriate right to work or study in the UK, or who are completing the course via the digital/distance-learning route.
Post-nominals are awarded in line with the qualification completed and provide credible recognition of your advanced training.
- MSc – MSc Specialist Practice in Periodontal Therapy
Time management is key. Most of our students are working professionals, and the structure of the course is designed to be flexible and manageable alongside your existing commitments. It is not meant to be stressful.
Yes, you will get various support between sessions/classes. You will be added to a WhatsApp group where you can ask questions regarding the course or clinical cases you have. Also, you can request meetings with the Education Director if needed.
While the qualification does not confer specialist status, it provides a strong academic and clinical foundation. We also offer guidance and support towards College Fellowship pathways for those wishing to progress further.
Dentists can say they have a special interest in/practice limited to Periodontics.
- Yes. If you have successfully completed a relevant PG Diploma with one of our approved partner institutions, you may be eligible to progress onto the MSc programme. Progression is subject to review of your prior qualification, academic transcripts, and meeting the MSc entry requirements.
- Please contact our admissions team with details of your PG Diploma so we can advise on eligibility and the next steps.
Yes. Our MSc programmes are awarded by the University of Greater Manchester, providing a recognised and respected academic qualification.
No, physical attendance is not mandatory. You have the option to attend if you wish, but it is not a requirement of the course. Your academic tutor will arrange weekly Zoom or Teams meetings at a time that is convenient for you.