Admission Requirements and Educational Outcomes for Dentistry

Admission Requirements

The department admits graduates of the scientific secondary school branch – Biology.

Educational Outcomes

The educational outcomes for the Department of Dentistry include:

• Preparing graduates with theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of oral and dental surgery.
• Developing the practical and technical skills necessary for diagnosing and treating oral and dental diseases.
• Enhancing the ability to provide preventive and therapeutic healthcare to patients with a high level of competence and professionalism.
• Promoting critical thinking and continuous self-assessment of medical performance.
• Encouraging graduates to pursue postgraduate studies and engage in scientific research.
• Reinforcing commitment to medical ethics and effective communication skills with patients and colleagues.
• Equipping graduates with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary medical team to meet the community’s healthcare needs.

Job Description

The job description for a dentist includes a wide range of tasks. After completing the five-year academic program, the graduate is awarded a Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry and Oral Surgery. The graduate possesses precise and up-to-date scientific and practical knowledge, enabling them to effectively practice oral and dental disease examination and treatment.

Graduates are enrolled in the dental training system organized by the Ministry of Health, which enhances their practical skills and prepares them for work in this field. After gaining the necessary practical experience, graduates can apply for membership in the Iraqi Dental Association, which grants them all the privileges, rights, and duties enjoyed by their peers who graduated from dental schools.