91ºÚÁÏÍø

The MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway Faculty is for students who are interested in developing their critical thinking and scientific knowledge in dental sciences to become better clinicians and bring an evidence-based perspective to clinical practice. This new pathway aligns with the Faculty’s Strategic Plan and is offered to candidates who are residents of Quebec, Canadian citizens, or permanent residents of Canada and have completed or are currently in the last year of completing) a Bachelors degree. 

Candidates admitted through this pathway will start in their graduate studies program and complete the two-year Masters of Dental Sciences (Thesis) program, before moving to the four-year Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program and complete their professional dentistry training.

To apply to the MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway, candidates must submit their application to the Masters of Dental Science (Thesis) program. During the application process, they will be prompted to specify whether they are applying for the Clinician-Scientist admission pathway (MSc-DMD). Applications can be submitted for the Fall semester only. 

You cannot apply to both the MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway and DMD program during the same application cycle. If you are accepted into the MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway, you must complete your two-year MSc in order to move on to the DMD program. You will be barred from applying to the DMD program while you are in the middle of the MSc portion. This admission pathway cannot be combined with the Masters of Dental Science (Non-Thesis) Program.

Requirements

• Be a recognized resident of Quebec, Canadian citizen, or permanent resident of Canada.
• Meet all the academic and non-academic requirements for admission to the DMD program.
• Submit your application by November 1 and all required supporting documents by November 3.
• Must have completed a BSc in a Health Sciences discipline (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Physiology, etc.) or a related field (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, etc.). A Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is also accepted. 
• If you are accepted to this pathway, a supervisor will be assigned to you. You do not need to find a supervisor before applying. 

Criteria for moving on to the DMD program

Candidates admitted through the MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist admission pathway must pay a $500 non-refundable deposit upon accepting their offer to secure their spot for the DMD program. They are also expected to submit their written thesis by July 31 of the year they will enter the DMD program. Written confirmation of thesis submission must be provided by 91ºÚÁÏÍø's Thesis Office. Failure to provide thesis submission confirmation by the deadline will result in the candidate’s ineligibility to continue on to the DMD Program.

Required documentation

Candidates interested in applying through MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway will be required to submit by the November 3 deadline a personal statement explaining their interest in research and how this pathway can help them achieve their goals. A checklist item will then be added to their Slate account allowing them to upload the personal statement once completed.

• Personal Statement Ìýâ–º Personal Statement MSc-DMD

Selection process

The selection process is the same as for the DMD Program. To determine if an applicant will be invited for an interview, a candidate’s academic performance is weighted at 70% (60% cGPA + 10% Academic Context), the CASPer Test is weighted at 20%, and the curriculum vitae (CV) at 10%.

Applicants invited for an interview will be interviewed using the multiple mini-interview (MMI) format. They may also be invited for an individual interview with members of the Graduate Studies Advisory Committee, who will be reviewing the personal statement.

The offers of admission will be based on MMI performance and recommendation from the Graduate Studies Advisory Committee. The interviews will be held virtually. It is your responsibility to be available for the interview timeframe given. No repeat interview sessions or special accommodations will be granted. A candidate who does not attend their interview may have their application cancelled.

Additional information

Students currently enrolled in the Masters of Dental Sciences (Thesis or Non-Thesis) Program or the PhD in Oral Health Sciences program are not eligible to apply or to transfer to the MSc-DMD Clinician-Scientist pathway.

To learn more about the MSc in Dental Sciences Thesis program, please visit this section of our website.