Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at Near East University is a 5 years undergraduate (bachelor's-level) degree in Dentistry. It blends biomedical science with extensive pre-clinical and clinical training to prepare competent, ethical dental practitioners.

Based in Nicosia, Cyprus, Near East University delivers this program within a vibrant, internationally diverse campus. A large private university in North Cyprus with strong health-sciences, engineering and law faculties. Students learn from faculty who are active in research and industry, and join a community that spans the GCC, MENA, North Africa and beyond.

The curriculum begins with foundations such as Oral Anatomy & Histology, Dental Materials Science, Oral Pathology & Microbiology, before progressing to core study including Operative & Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, and culminating in advanced and applied work such as Prosthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Dental Ethics & Practice Management, Clinical Practice & Internship. You will master oral diagnosis, restorative and surgical procedures, and patient care through simulation labs and supervised clinics.

Learning is delivered through lectures, seminars, hands-on laboratories and collaborative projects, with a deliberate emphasis on real-world application. Assessment is balanced across continuous coursework, individual and group projects, presentations and final examinations, and most students complete a substantial capstone project or dissertation that demonstrates professional readiness.

Graduates of this program qualify as dental surgeons and pursue practice, specialisation or further training. Throughout your studies, Uni-Lead and the university's career services support you with portfolio development, industry guest sessions, and access to internships and placements that strengthen your employability.

Entry typically requires a strong secondary-school record together with English-language proficiency; specific requirements vary by applicant background. Several intakes are offered each year. Your Uni-Lead counselor will guide you through deadlines, scholarships, the document checklist and the visa pathway for studying in Cyprus.