Graduate Diploma Courses

Dental Implantology
Geriatric Dentistry

Dental Implantology Specialist Committee

Programme Director:

Committee Members:

A/P Raymond Chung Wen WONG, Adjunct A/P Dominic Wing Hung LEUNG, Dr Frank Kong Fei LEE, Adjunct A/P Benjamin TAN

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology, offered by the Centre for Advanced Dental Education, is aimed at providing a sound scientific grounding and clinical training in implant dentistry. This two-year part-time programme is designed mainly for general dental practitioners who are interested in the field of dental implantology. The Graduate Diploma is accredited by the Singapore Dental Council as a “Displayable Additional Qualification (AQ)”.

Why This Programme:

Upon completion of the Dental Implantology programme, the graduate will demonstrate competency in implant dentistry, including understanding its science, diagnostics and planning treatments, applying a multidisciplinary approach, and performing both surgical and restorative phases of implant procedures.

Admission Information

Entry Requirements

Applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission if he/she:

has a recognised basic dental degree
has a minimum of five years of postgraduate clinical experience (candidate must be able to demonstrate appropriate baseline knowledge and skills in oral surgery and restorative dentistry and preferably have access to direct patient care) 
is practicing in Singapore (or has a valid practicing certificate with Singapore Dental Council)

Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an admission interview in March/April which will be conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry. 

Other Requirements

All candidates applying for Dentistry should test negative for the Hepatitis B virus. Candidates who test positive for the Hepatitis B surface virus but negative for the Hepatitis B e-antigen are not eligible for the course. Candidates are to submit a current certificate of immunisation against communicable disease (Hepatitis B). Candidates must also hold current malpractise insurance.

Course Fees

Annual Tuition Fees for AY2026/2027: $28,400
($14,200 payable per semester)

Miscellaneous Student Fee for AY2025/2026 (Part-time): $137.50
(payable per semester over the two semesters for the entire candidature)

The fees quoted here are in Singapore dollars and are inclusive of the prevailing GST of 9%.

Application Information

Applicants for the Graduate Diploma course are required to apply on-line at https://gradapp.nus.edu.sg/apply and upload the relevant supporting documents. An on-line application fee of S$50.00 (inclusive of 9% GST) will apply.

List of Documents Required for Submission

Official transcript (digital copy) to be sent directly from your University to Priya via email at denlg@nus.edu.sg.
Recognised dental degree certificate
Proof of five years full-time clinical practice after graduation (excluding internship) from place of employment
Minimum of two Referee reports. To be uploaded via the GDA3 application portal
Curriculum Vitae including recent photograph
Documentary evidence of financial support in the form of a bank statement
Current Hepatitis B status
Copy of NRIC (Front and back)
Goal statement (optional): You may indicate on what you intend to achieve from the programme, and how it may aid in your career pathway and any other additional points you deem necessary to add on to your Goal Statement.

Closing Date

9 February 2026

All submission including referee reports should be submitted by the above date.

Official transcripts to be sent directly to the University via email to Ms Priya, at denlg@nus.edu.sg.

Contact for further information

GDDI Course Administrator
Tel: +65 6772 5343
Email: denlg@nus.edu.sg

Hear from

Our Graduates

I feel privileged to have completed the graduate diploma in dental implantology program at NUS. This well-structured, systematic, and evidence-based program helped me build a strong foundation in implant dentistry. The program's emphasis on evidence-based practice and hands-on clinical training equipped me with the skills and confidence to provide high-quality patient care. I am grateful for the invaluable experience and knowledge gained throughout the program. I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to all my teachers who have guided me throughout this program.

Dr Eng Seng YEOH

Class of 2024

Returning to a school environment after years of being in private practice was refreshing. We were there to learn as students yet could talk to our instructors and professors as peers and colleagues. There were instances when my seemingly silly questions ended up being fruitful and productive discussions.

Dr Kevin TAN

Class of 2022

Above all the knowledge gained, the biggest benefit would be the friendships forged and the opportunity to bond with our professors and teaching staff. Teaching is indeed a gift and a calling, and we continue to stand on the shoulders of those who have taught us.

Dr Gerald TAN

Class of 2021

Geriatric Dentistry Specialist Committee

Programme Director:

Dr Gabriel Keng Yan LEE

Committee Members:

A/P Mun Loke WONG, Dr Mei Na TAN, Dr Madeleine TAN

Overview

Singapore is facing a rapidly ageing population. Oral health is an important part of the older adult’s overall health and wellbeing. It contributes towards effective chewing, healthy nutrition, speech, social confidence and better cognitive and functional capacity in the elderly. The burden of oral disease in old age is high. This is further complicated by co-existing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, dementia and polypharmacy.

The Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Dentistry is specially designed for dental surgeons to receive additional training to deliver evidence-informed care to the elderly. Previously offered only as a two-year part-time programme for general dental practitioners looking to advance their skills, it now also includes a new full-time pathway for international applicants.

Why This Programme:

Upon completion of the Geriatric Dentistry programme, the graduate will deepen their understanding of the epidemiology and psychosocial factors affecting geriatric oral health, appreciate the impact of public health policy on oral care for older adults, and deliver holistic, patient-centered care. They will be skilled in diagnosing, creating treatment plans, and performing evidence-based procedures to address the oral health needs of older adults, while also advocating for improved public health outcomes.

Admission Information

Entry Requirements

Applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission if he/she:

Full-time Programme

Part-time Programme

has a recognised basic dental degree (Bachelor of Dental Surgery or its equivalent as approved by the Faculty of Dentistry);
has at least two years full-time clinical experience (which could include internship) after graduation with a basic dental degree;
has completed the TOEFL or IELTS if the native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not English. The minimum acceptable scores are: TOEFL score: 580 (paper-based); 237 (compute-based); 92 (Internet-based) and above or IELTS score: 7 and above and not lower than 6.5 for each of the 4 IELTS components.

has a recognised basic dental degree (Bachelor of Dental Surgery or its equivalent as approved by the Faculty of Dentistry);
has at least two years full-time clinical experience (which could include internship) after graduation with a basic dental degree;
is practicing in Singapore (or has a valid practicing certificate with Singapore Dental Council)

Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an admission interview in March/April which will be conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry.

Other Requirements

Candidates need to fulfil the following in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s requirements:

Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) – All prospective students must be tested HBsAg negative. Those tested negative but not immune will be required to be immunised within a month from the date of screening.
Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) (Chickenpox) – All prospective students must undergo screening for immunity to VZV. Those tested negative for VZV immunity will be required to be immunised within one month from the date of screening.
Rubella Virus – All prospective students must undergo screening for immunity to the Rubella Virus. Those tested negative for Rubella immunity will be required to be immunised within one month from the date of screening.

Candidates must possess current malpractice insurance.

Course Fees

Tuition fees for AY2026/2027 are as follows:

2-Year Part-Time	1-Year Full-Time
S$25,500 per annum (S$12,750 is payable per semester), inclusive of 9% GST.	S$51,000 for the full programme (S$25,500 is payable per semester), inclusive of 9% GST.

Students are also required to pay mandatory miscellaneous fees. Please note that fees are subject to review by the University.

Scholarship opportunities for the programme are available to support qualified applicants in their academic pursuits. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for more information regarding eligibility criteria, application procedures and available funding.

Application Information

Applicants for the Graduate Diploma course are required to apply on-line at https://gradapp.nus.edu.sg/apply and submit the relevant supporting documents to denlg@nus.edu.sg. An on-line application fee of S$50.00 (inclusive of 9% GST) will apply.

All applications and supporting documents including referee reports should be submitted online by the closing date. All eligible candidates shall be required to attend a selection interview.

List of Documents Required for Submission

Official transcript (digital copy) to be sent directly from your University to Ms Priya (Course Administrator) via email at denlg@nus.edu.sg
Recognised dental degree certificate
Proof of two years full-time clinical practice after graduation (excluding internship) from place of employment
Minimum of two Referee reports. To be uploaded via the GDA3 application portal
Curriculum Vitae including recent photograph
Documentary evidence of financial support in the form of a bank statement. For international students – The financial statement should show proof of funds for the total course fee
Current Hepatitis B status
Copy of Passport or NRIC (Front and back)
Goal statement (optional): You may indicate on what you intend to achieve from the programme, and how it may aid in your career pathway and any other additional points you deem necessary to add on to your Goal Statement.
Applicable only to international students – TOEFL or IELTS if the native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not English. The minimum acceptable scores are: TOEFL score: 580 (paper-based); 237 (compute-based); 92 (Internet-based) and above or IELTS score: 7 and above and not lower than 6.5 for each of the 4 IELTS components.

Closing Date

9 February 2026

All submission including referee reports should be submitted by the above date.

Official transcripts to be sent directly to the University via email to Ms Priya, at denlg@nus.edu.sg.

Contact for Further Information

Contact for further information

Course Administrator
Tel: +65 6772 5343
Email: denlg@nus.edu.sg

Hear from

Our Graduates

Having volunteered at local nursing homes for many years, I am certainly privileged to be selected to enrol in the GDGD program which teaches the breadth of knowledge and skills in Geriatric Dentistry for me to bring back to benefit the older adults in the nursing home environment as well as my private practice. I am also honoured to learn side by side with fellow students in the GDGD cohort which span in age from 25 to 65, which augurs well for Singapore's push to encourage lifelong learning as well as healthy ageing. There is certainly no trace of ageism in GDGD !

Dr Kok Weng TANG

Class of 2023

The course provided key frameworks and clinical management principles to help me provide a better service to my geriatric dental patients. I found case discussion seminars very constructive as it gave us a platform to discuss our cases and receive input from the supervisors and fellow coursemates. The clinical sessions at the nursing home provided significant exposure to the many unmet dental needs of the residents and enabled me to realise that a good standard of care can still be provided no matter the environment.

Dr Gabriel LEE

Class of 2021

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