WORLD-CLASS
ORAL AND CRANIOFACIAL SCIENCE
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY

Master Program
Doctoral Program

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Introduction to Oral and Craniofacial Graduate Program

VISION

World-Class Oral and Craniofacial Science Graduate Program for Sustainable Social Development

MISSION

1.

To produce graduates with expertise in oral, craniofacial, and skull sciences who can integrate knowledge to develop research that generates new knowledge or innovations in related fields.

2.

To produce graduates who conduct research with ethical integrity, adhering to relevant laws and regulations.

3.

To produce graduates with academic communication skills in English for presenting, exchanging, and critically evaluating research. They should also be able to assess, select, and apply appropriate information technology for research and collaborate effectively with others while demonstrating academic leadership.

International Graduate Program in Oral and Craniofacial Science identified its educational philosophy as “To provide an advanced knowledge and the international standard of scientific and ethic research training in Oral and Craniofacial Science using an active and practical learning methods, leading to the Oral and Craniofacial Science expertise and life-long learning graduates in the international society”

PROGRAM EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOME

Doctoral Program

  1. Critique of the literature and experimental results related to oral and craniofacial science through the process of identifying, interpreting, and summarizing the literature. 
  2. Develop a logical research proposal to create new knowledge or innovation in oral and craniofacial sciences 
  3. Create an appropriate processes or methods for conducting a research project by utilizing the processes of identifying, selecting, critiquing, and refining the research methodology.
  4. Conduct research by adhering to ethical, scientific, and practical standards and regulatory requirements 
  5. Communicate in academic English, including oral presentation, exchange of ideas, verbal critique, and academic writing that conveys critical thinking
  6. Utilize digital technology and artificial intelligence for data management and communication in research through the processes of identifying, evaluating, and selecting appropriate tools. 
  7. Demonstrate the ability to build collaboration in research, including leading research management and collaborating with others in the workplace 

Master’s Program 

  1. Critique of the literature and experimental results related to oral and craniofacial science through the process of identifying, interpreting, and summarizing the literature
  2. Develop a logical research question/proposal to fill gaps of knowledge in oral and craniofacial sciences 
  3. Utilize protocols/methods appropriate for the research projects 
  4. Conduct research by adhering to ethical, scientific, and practical standards and regulatory requirements 
  5. Communicate in academic English, including oral presentation and academic writing that conveys critical thinking proficiency 
  6. Utilize appropriate digital technology and artificial intelligence to manage information and communications in research projects 
  7. Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration with others

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Why this program
at Chula?

Flexibility of Study Designs

Program designs are tailored to suit the best interests of prospective students. Generally, two main study designs are offered: 1) Research Orientated Scheme and 2) Coursework Integrated Scheme.

Students in Research Orientated Scheme are not required to register in coursework. However, they can register to any core and elective courses of interest to fulfill their needs. Particular activities are designed as mandatory for students in Research Orientated Scheme during their course of study to ensure learning experience to meet expected ELOs.

For Coursework Integrated Scheme, students are required to register in a total of 24 credits of coursework. Required core courses are 7 credits and students can register in other elective courses of their interest. However, certain teaching and learning activities are integrated into required core courses to ensure similar experience of all students in Coursework Integrated Scheme so that they achieve the program’s ELOs as required.

Program structure can be modified based on constructive comments from faculties, staff, and current students during the annual program meeting.

World-Class Research Facilities and Environment

Oral and Craniofacial Science Program Faculties publish many frontier research articles in high-ranking and influential journals. Students perform research in a researcher-friendly environment. World class research equipment and facilities are provided in many research centers and units including Center of Excellence for Regenerative Dentistry, Oral Biology Research Center, Genomics and Precision Dentistry Research Unit, Oral Microbiology and Immunology Research Unit, Host-Pathogen Biology and Nanobiotechnology Research Unit, Dental Stem Cell Biology Research Unit, and CUDENT Bioprint 3D Lab. The facilities support such activities ranging from in vitro cell culture, microbe study to clinical setting.

Career Opportunities

Both Thai and foreign students enrolling in our program usually hold position in research institutions, universities, or colleges and return to their research and academic position upon graduation. We also accept students who do not hold any position prior to entering the program. After completion of the degree, they usually pursue career in postdoctoral research (in Thailand, France, and Japan) or work at private dental hospitals.