University of Queensland, School of Dentistry
Department of Periodontics
About the Scholarship Center
As one of Australia’s leading oral health educators, the School of Dentistry at the University of Queensland is nationally and internationally recognized for its education, research, renowned academic staff members, alumni and quality of students. The School of Dentistry has a long and proud history of over 90 years in dental education and research, attracting high achieving staff and students internationally. The school focuses on developing graduates of the highest standard through excellence in teaching and learning, and clinicians who are well prepared for the clinical, academic and research workforce.
The University of Queensland is a leading source of expertise in the local, national and international dental community and has been a key contributor to achieving effective solutions to contemporary challenges in dentistry. Research within the School is independently rated as ‘well above world class’. The School of Dentistry draws on the expertise of a multidisciplinary team, who together form a center of excellence in research, training, and patient care, under the auspices of the Centre for Orofacial Regeneration, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (COR3).
The ITI Scholarship at the University of Queensland is based in the Department of Periodontics. ITI Scholars have access to other faculty members representing the various specialties involved in implant dentistry.
Scholarship Center Chair
Dept. of Periodontics
Activities during the Scholarship year
Activities during the Scholarship Year
ITI Scholars must hold a dental diploma issued in Australia to treat patients and need to obtain a limited license to work with patients. Information on the registration process can be found here: https://www.ahpra.gov.au/dental
Obtaining registration for treating patients is very challenging in Australia. Opportunities for direct independent patient care are limited unless the applicant is fully registered to practice in Australia. The right to provide patient care under supervision is regulated by the Dental Board of Australia. Upon acceptance in the program and being granted a visa, the applicants are expected to apply for a limited registration for supervised practice through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. The limited registration is subject to the applicant meeting the registration standards set out by the Dental Board of Australia.
The Scholar can attend undergraduate and postgraduate classes in periodontics and prosthodontics. We have specialist training programs in periodontics and prosthodontics and the scholar can participate in teaching and learning activities. ITI Scholars have the possibility to participate and assist in clinical treatment carried out by the Division Chair, senior faculty as well as postgraduate students. Authorization for ‘independent’ treatment of implant patients with problems of varying degrees of complexity will depend on the competencies of the individual ITI Scholar. These will be assessed during the initial period of the program and will be subject to obtaining registration through the local registration authority.
Applicants with postgraduate education in periodontics, prosthodontics or other significant implant dentistry experience and/or previous clinical and pre-clinical research experience are preferred.
It is possible to obtain limited registration for research purposes (data collection), although this is not straight forward. Our center is strong in research and research opportunities will be provided based on experience. There will be opportunity for the Scholar to become involved with one of the ongoing research projects at the department. It will be desirable for a research project to be initiated and progressed/completed during the scholarship year and, if possible, to participate in at least one pre-clinical or clinical project. If appropriate, research methodology training will be provided to the ITI Scholar.
The research activities encompass a range of pre-clinical and clinical projects, focusing on regenerative procedures and biofabrication, as well as contemporary challenges in implant dentistry.
During the scholarship year, the Scholar's time will be allocated to the activities below as follows (estimate)
The lectures, classes and/or courses the Scholar can attend will be held in English.
Information on language skills and level needed to work with patients can be found here: https://www.dentalboard.gov.au/codes-guidelines/faq/english-language-skills.aspx
Proficiency in English is required as the program is entirely in English. TOEFL or IELTS certificate may be used as proof of proficiency (for non-native English speakers).
Applicants will have the opportunity to undertake research, including involvement in clinical research projects, and get involved with various academic activities in implant dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics.
ITI Scholars will have access to seminars and weekly journal clubs with the postgraduate periodontics and prosthodontics students. They will be able to attend the multidisciplinary treatment planning sessions at the Oral Health Center.
We strongly advise you to consider cost of living (housing/rent, food, transportation, etc.) in the city of this ITI Scholarship Center, as certain destinations can be very expensive. It is essential to understand that the ITI scholarship stipend does not cover all living expenses but only contributes to these. Therefore, make sure you are fully aware of the cost of living in the city of this Scholarship Center if you consider applying for it. You must be prepared to co-finance the cost of living out of your own pocket. The ITI cannot provide additional funding during the scholarship year.
Contact details
Street: 288 Herston Road
City/Country: Herston, QLD, Australia 4006
Email: [email protected]