Postgraduate qualifications explained

Postgraduate certificates (PGCert) are qualifications normally requiring less than a years full time study (or 1 – 2 years part time), and provides professional development in a specified area. They may lead to further study at a higher level.

University of Central Lancashire 
Certificate in Dental Implantology
University of London
Certificate in Surgical and Prosthodentic Implantology (Eastman Dental Institute)
University of Manchester
Certificate in Dental Implantology

Postgraduate diplomas (PGDip) require previous degrees majoring in the subject or in a related area of study. Some are highly specialised professional qualifications and form the first year of a Master’s degree.

University of Central Lancashire
Diploma in Dental Implantology
University of Manchester
Diploma in Dental Implantology
University of Sheffield
Diploma in Dental Implantology
University of Warwick
Diploma in Implant Dentistry
Faculty of General Dental Practice
Diploma in Implant Dentistry

Master’s degrees comprise a minimum of 1 - 2 years study and can involve either coursework or research or a combination of both. Research is presented in the form of either a thesis, dissertation or a research project. Master’s can be awarded with either honours or distinction.

University of London
MSc in Implant Dentistry (King’s College)
MSc in Implant Dentistry (Queen Mary)
MSc in Implant Dentistry (Eastman Dental Institute)
MClinDent in Prosthodentics (Online)
University of Manchester
MSc in Dental Implantology
University of Sheffield
MMedSci in Dental Implantology
University of Warwick
MSc in Implant Dentistry

The Doctorate or Doctor of Philosophy qualification involves extensive, sustained and original research and study in a specific area with the results being presented in a thesis. It is normally the highest educational qualification available and is a mark of intellectual ability, self discipline and commitment.

University of London
PhD in Implant Dentistry (Eastman)