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The Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry offers the Bachelor of Science in Dentistry (BSc) degree as an option for students enrolled in the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program.
Expected duration: You will complete the BSc program over two summer terms, with each term lasting a minimum of 10 weeks.
Program benefits
By participating in this research program, you’ll gain valuable skills in applying scientific knowledge to dental practice and develop a deeper interest in dental research.
The BSc degree adds to your qualifications and may help you gain entry into advanced degree and specialty programs.
Degree completion
You will receive the BSc degree alongside your DMD degree upon successful completion of both programs.
Program requirements
In the Bachelor of Science in Dentistry (BSc) program, you’ll conduct research in either basic sciences or a clinical area under the guidance of a faculty supervisor.
What you need to do:
- First summer term: Submit a written progress report.
- Second summer term: After completing your research, deliver an oral presentation and submit a final report.
The program is overseen by the Undergraduate Research Committee to ensure you meet all requirements and receive support throughout your research.
Responsibilities of the Undergraduate Research Committee
The Committee will supervise the operation of the BSc in Dentistry program and will be responsible for:
- Selecting and informing students who have been chosen to undertake the program
- Ensuring that a report is completed by each student by September 1st of their first year in the program (students failing to provide a report will not be allowed to continue into the second year of the program)
- Informing the Dean’s Office about whether students have successfully completed their obligations at the end of each summer
- Organization of the oral presentations
Selection of Students, Faculty Supervisors, and Research Projects
- Student selection will be based on academic achievement and the interest shown by the student in research (selection will also take into consideration the stipulation of the granting agencies).
- Faculty members wishing to participate in the program must submit research proposals to the Undergraduate Research Committee. Students applying for entrance to the program should examine these proposals and are encouraged to discuss them with the respective staff member.
- The student and supervisor will decide on the research project and must reach a mutual agreement to pursue a course of study for two summer terms, each of 10 weeks.
- The Committee will receive a synopsis of the proposal and may suggest changes to ensure that the proposed work is of sufficient quality or extent for the program and that the student can complete and write up the research in 20 weeks.
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements for entry into the program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
To qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Dentistry (BSc) program, you must:
- Be enrolled in the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program.
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 before registration.
Selection is based on your academic achievement and demonstrated interest in research. The final decision will be made by the Undergraduate Research Committee.
How to apply
A call for potential BSc (Dent) projects along with the application form will be sent electronically to College of Dentistry academics by the office of the associate dean (research) in early January. Beginning in the first year, DMD students are advised to search for faculty research interests on the dentistry research page.
Deadline: The submission deadline for completed applications by the potential supervisor is January 31 (or the next business day if this falls on a weekend).
Applications must be submitted by the supervisor, not directly by the student.
This is a competitive program with limited funds available. Following the selection process as described above, the decision of acceptance into the program will be conveyed to the applicants by the office of the associate dean (research) in April of each year.
Consideration for acceptance into the program includes the availability of PI project funding, external partner funding and student academic progress.
Once acceptance into the program is confirmed from the office of the office of the associate dean (research) , students are required to register, pay the associated fees and confirm a start date with their supervisor.
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Program and application inquiries
Dr. Prashen Chelikani, associate dean (research)
C/O Melanie Froese
Dean's office — Room D113, 780 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W2