Master of Dentistry at Griffith University

Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Master of Dentistry

at Griffith University · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

094389G

CRICOS provider code

00233E

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$194,000 total

Per year

A$97,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Dentistry at Griffith University prepares students for professional dental practice in Australia. Over two years of full-time study in Brisbane, students progress through a structured curriculum that combines advanced dental sciences with extensive clinical experience. Coursework is delivered across semesters and includes units of study on restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery.

Clinical training and work-integrated learning are significant aspects of the degree. Students complete placements at Griffith’s Dental Clinics and partner health services, treating real patients under supervision. This approach mirrors professional expectations and Australian workplace standards, giving graduates practical experience with a variety of dental issues and patient demographics.

Coursework is built around Australian regulatory requirements for future dentists. Students can expect rigorous training in patient care, diagnostics, and communication, along with the development of manual and technical skills unique to dentistry. In the final year, a capstone project or research component encourages exploration of current dental science topics or practice-based innovations.

This master’s degree suits graduates pursuing registration as dentists in Australia. The course is structured for those with a health sciences or biomedical science background aiming to meet the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) standards. International students may benefit from eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods under current regulations. Check the official Griffith University page for details on admission, accreditation, and placements.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Dentist in private practice or community health
Roles in public dental hospitals
Oral health policy and advisory positions
Dental research or teaching (with further study)
Dental service positions in regional and rural Australia

Graduates support Australia’s public and private oral health sectors, and meet requirements for dental registration set by AHPRA.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Dentistry at Griffith University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$194,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Dentist in private practice or community healthRoles in public dental hospitalsOral health policy and advisory positionsDental research or teaching (with further study)Dental service positions in regional and rural AustraliaGraduates support Australia’s public and private oral he...

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