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Dentistry

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Course ID
DEN
Cycles
5 years
Credits
300
Semesters
10

Why choose this program?

  • Education with European standards
The Integrated Second Cycle Program, Master of Science in “Dentistry” offers a 5-year integrated program that combines basic knowledge of medical sciences with clinical training following the academic models and standards of the European Union.
  • Professional and practical clinical training
Students are engaged in practical and clinical activities from the first years of their studies, conducted in modern facilities under the close supervision of experienced dentists. The internships involve working with patients, starting with basic procedures and gradually progressing to complex treatments in all areas of dentistry such as oral surgery, prosthetics, orthodontics and periodontology. This early practical engagement enables students to develop technical and ethical skills in dealing with patients.
  • Modern technology and contemporary environments
The program takes place in modern laboratories and clinics, equipped with digital technology, CAD/CAM systems and advanced tools that reflect the reality of current dental clinics.
  • Qualified academic staff
Lectures and practices are conducted by professors with international experience in the field of dentistry, who bring to the audience not only the latest scientific and clinical knowledge, but also their experience from the most prestigious universities and institutions in Europe and beyond. In addition to teaching, they provide assistance in professional orientation, support for scientific research and preparation for further specializations at home and abroad. This commitment creates a close relationship between students and lecturers, promoting academic growth and the development of a successful career in dentistry.
  • Recognised degree and numerous opportunities after studies
The diploma of the Second Cycle Integrated Program, Master of Science in “Dentistry” is valid for practicing the profession in the country and in many other European countries (according to the rules of recognition and licensing), and creates a strong foundation for subsequent specializations.
  • Focus on ethics, communication and patient care
In addition to technical and clinical skills, the program places special emphasis on the development of professional ethics and effective communication with patients and colleagues. Students are taught to act with integrity, empathy and professionalism in any clinical situation, preparing not only as skilled specialists, but also as key figures in the promotion of oral health and health education. This comprehensive training helps build a balanced profile between scientific expertise and human commitment.
 
What does Western Balkans University offer?
 
  • International curriculum
The Integrated Second Cycle Program, Master of Science in “Dentistry” at Western Balkans University is an integrated program, which offers a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge, which prepares students to operate in the field of dentistry, including general dental treatments and specializations such as orthodontics, periodontology and oral surgery.
  • Intensive clinical training and practice
An important aspect of the program is the involvement of students in clinical practices from the first years of their studies. They will work in modern clinics and laboratories equipped with the latest technology to develop their professional skills, under the supervision of internationally recognized dentists and specialists.
  • International environment and research opportunities
This program has been developed to high international standards and offers opportunities to participate in scientific research, with excellent opportunities to engage in projects to develop new technologies and methods in dentistry. The academic staff has international experience and provides support for the career development of students.
  • International infrastructure and opportunities
The university offers modern infrastructure, including clinics and laboratories equipped with the latest treatment and diagnostic equipment with the on-campus dental clinic, simulation laboratories and CAD/CAM equipment. Students can also benefit from opportunities to study abroad or participate in Erasmus+ program, increasing their international employment opportunities.
 
During their studies, students gain knowledge in the relevant years by focusing on:
 
First year of studies: Basic concepts in medical sciences
The first year of dentistry studies is focused on building a strong scientific foundation, focusing on the fundamental concepts that underpin the field of dentistry. Students learn the basic medical sciences, including biology, chemistry, physiology, and anatomy, which are essential to understanding the human body and its function. This year serves to establish a deep understanding of oral anatomy, dental development, and oral health processes, preparing students for the clinical steps and dental practices that come in later years. 
Second year of studies: From theory to clinical practice and preclinical techniques
In the second year, dental students begin to move from basic science studies to more clinically oriented subjects, where they begin to apply the knowledge gained in the first year to the dental context. Students learn basic cavity preparation and restoration techniques, an essential skill for treating damaged teeth.  They also begin to study preclinical prosthetics, which helps them understand the processes and techniques associated with removable and fixed dentures. 

Third year of studies: Patient Treatment
Third-year dental students generally begin clinical training and spend more time in dental clinics treating real patients under supervision. This year marks a major shift from theory and simulation to real-world practice.

Fourth year of studies: Managing complex cases and acquiring clinical skills
Fourth-year dental students are deeply immersed in clinical practice, often treating a wide range of real
patients and managing comprehensive cases. 

Fifth year of studies: Clinical skills and the first steps in a professional career
Students are in their final year of the undergraduate dentistry program. This year is heavily focused on
clinical proficiency, professional readiness, and preparation for graduation and licensing exams

Career opportunities after graduation:

After completing their studies and obtaining a license to practice, young dentists have a wide range of career options available to them. The field of dentistry offers flexibility, specialization, and the potential for continued professional development. Here are some of the most common and promising paths you can take after graduation:

·         Opening a personal dental clinic (independent practice).
·         Work in dental clinics with professional cooperation (joint practice).
·         Specialization in a branch of dentistry (such as orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontology, etc).
·         Work in public and private hospitals as a clinical dentist.
·         Teaching at universities or dental schools.
·         Scientific research in the field of dentistry.
·         Participation in international or humanitarian dental programs.
·         Business development in the dental sector (technical laboratories, distribution of dental equipment, dental technology, etc.)

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Integrated Programs

Study Program Curriculum

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5

Semester 1

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 101 Human Anatomy I Mandatory English A 30 15 15 0 65 3 5
2 DEN 103 Inorganic Chemistry Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
3 DEN 105 Physics Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
4 DEN 107 Dental Materials I Mandatory English B 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
5 DEN 109 Psychology and Sociology Mandatory English A 15 15 0 0 40 1.5 3
6 DEN 111 Biology and Genetics I Mandatory English A 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
7 DEN 113 Dental Morphology and Anatomy Mandatory English B 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
8 DEN 115 Foreign Language I (English, German, Italian, Latin) Mandatory English / German / Italian / Latin D 30 15 0 0 55 2.5 4

Semester 2

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 102 Human Anatomy II Mandatory English A 30 15 15 0 65 3 5
2 DEN 104 Organic Chemistry Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
3 DEN 106 Informatics Mandatory English D 15 0 30 0 55 2 4
4 DEN 108 Dental Materials II Mandatory English B 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
5 DEN 110 Biology and Genetics II Mandatory English A 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
6 DEN 112 Biostatistics Mandatory English D 30 15 0 0 55 2.5 4
7 DEN 114 Medical Ethics and Deontology Mandatory English C 15 15 0 0 45 1.5 3
8 DEN 116 Foreign Language II (English, German, Italian, Latin) Mandatory English/ German/ Italian/ Latin D 30 15 0 0 55 2.5 4

Semester 1

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 201 Community Preventive Dentistry I Mandatory English B 15 15 0 5 40 1.5 3
2 DEN 203 Medical Physiology I Mandatory English A 30 15 15 0 65 3 5
3 DEN 205 Biochemistry I Mandatory English A 30 15 15 0 65 3 5
4 DEN 207 Histology and Embryology I Mandatory English B 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
5 DEN 209 Preclinical Prosthetics and Laboratory Technology Mandatory English B 15 5 15 0 40 1.5 3
6 DEN 211 Microbiology I Mandatory English C 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
7 DEN 213 Preclinical Conservative Dentistry I Mandatory English B 15 5 15 0 40 2 3
8 DEN 215 Immunology and Allergology Mandatory English C 15 10 10 0 40 2 3

Semester 2

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 202 Preventive and Community Dentistry II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 15 55 1.5 4
2 DEN 204 Medical Physiology II Mandatory English A 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
3 DEN 206 Biochemistry II Mandatory English A 15 15 5 0 40 1.5 3
4 DEN 208 Microbiology II Mandatory English C 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
5 DEN 210 Preclinical Conservative Dentistry II Mandatory English B 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
6 DEN 212 Histology and Embryology II Mandatory English B 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
7 DEN 214 Ergonomics in Dentistry Mandatory English B 15 5 0 10 45 1.5 3
8 DEN 216 Environmental Health Mandatory English C 15 10 0 0 25 1.5 2
9 DEN 218/DEN 220 Health Management / Health Economics Elective English C 30 5 0 0 40 2 3

Semester 1

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 301 Pathological Anatomy I Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
2 DEN 303 Pathological physiology Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
3 DEN 305 Pharmacology I Mandatory English C 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
4 DEN 307 Conservative Dentistry I Mandatory English B 15 0 0 30 30 1.5 3
5 DEN 309 Dental Prosthetics I Mandatory English B 15 0 0 30 30 1.5 3
6 DEN 311 Oral Surgery I Mandatory English B 15 0 0 30 30 1.5 3
7 DEN 313 General Surgery Mandatory English B 15 0 0 15 45 1.5 3
8 DEN 315 Internal Medicine I Mandatory English B 15 5 0 15 40 1.5 3
9 DEN 317 Radiology and Radiotherapy Mandatory English B 15 5 0 15 40 1.5 3

Semester 2

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 302 Anesthesiology and Medical Emergencies Mandatory English B 15 15 0 15 55 2 4
2 DEN 304 Pathological Anatomy II Mandatory English A 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
3 DEN 306 Pharmacology II Mandatory English C 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
4 DEN 308 Dental Prosthetics II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 1.5 5
5 DEN 310 Conservative Dentistry II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 1.5 5
6 DEN 312 Internal Diseases II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 5 40 1.5 3
7 DEN 314 Otorhinolaryngology - Ophthalmology Mandatory English B 15 10 0 5 20 1.5 2
8 DEN 316/DEN 318 Digital Technology in Dentistry/Dental Photography Elective English C 15 0 0 15 45 1.5 3

Semester 1

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 401 Endodontics I Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
2 DEN 403 Oral Surgery II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
3 DEN 405 Dental prosthetics III Mandatory English B 15 0 0 30 30 1.5 3
4 DEN 407 Periodontology I Mandatory English B 15 15 0 15 55 2 4
5 DEN 409 Orthodontics I Mandatory English B 15 5 15 0 40 1.5 3
6 DEN 411 Neurology and Psychiatry Mandatory English C 15 5 0 15 40 1.5 3
7 DEN 413 Infectious Diseases Mandatory English C 15 5 0 10 20 1.5 2
8 DEN 415 Gnathology Mandatory English B 15 5 0 15 40 1.5 3
9 DEN 417 Dermatology Mandatory English B 15 5 0 10 20 1.5 2

Semester 2

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 402 Endodontic II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
2 DEN 404 Orthodontics II Mandatory English B 15 15 15 0 55 2 4
3 DEN 406 Oral Surgery III Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 1.5 5
4 DEN 408 Dental prosthetics IV Mandatory English B 15 0 0 30 55 1.5 4
5 DEN 410 Periodontology II Mandatory English B 15 15 0 15 30 1.5 3
6 DEN 412 Forensic Medicine Mandatory English C 15 8 0 5 22 1.5 2
7 DEN 414 Scientific Research Methodology Mandatory English C 15 15 0 0 45 1.5 3
8 DEN 416 Geriatric Dentistry of Patients with Special Needs Mandatory English B 15 15 0 10 55 2 4

Semester 1

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 501 Endodontics III Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
2 DEN 503 Oro-Maxillofacial Surgery Mandatory English C 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
3 DEN 505 Periodontology III Mandatory English B 15 10 0 10 40 2 3
4 DEN 507 Dental Prosthetics V Mandatory English B 15 5 0 30 50 2 4
5 DEN 509 Orthodontics III Mandatory English B 15 5 0 30 50 2 4
6 DEN 511 Pediatric Dentistry I Mandatory English B 15 15 0 30 65 2.5 5
7 DEN 513 Oral Diseases I Mandatory English B 15 15 0 15 55 2 4

Semester 2

No. Subject Code Subject Course Type Language Course Group Lecture Seminar Laboratory Practice Individual Work Credit ECTS
1 DEN 502 Endodontics IV Mandatory English B 10 5 0 20 40 2 3
2 DEN 504 Dental Prosthetics VI Mandatory English B 10 5 0 20 40 2 3
3 DEN 506 Orthodontics IV Mandatory English B 10 5 0 20 40 2 3
4 DEN 508 Pediatric Dentistry II Mandatory English B 10 5 0 20 40 2 3
5 DEN 510 Oral Diseases II Mandatory English B 15 10 0 10 40 2 3
6 DEN 520 Multidisciplinary Clinical Practice in Dentistry Mandatory English D 0 0 0 110 15 3.5 5
7 DEN 550 Diploma Thesis Mandatory English E 0 15 0 0 235 0.5 10

President's Honor List

Academic Year 2023-2024
  • Ana Kodra
  • Besara Dardhanjori
  • Havana Muça
  • Klea Boriçi
  • Klestia Sulaj
  • Marisol Lufi
  • Noel Dede
  • Rejdi Spahiu
  • Sidena Veshaj
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