Cyprus Aydin University -Education & Training Information System -

19010 DENTISTRY -
LEVEL: Bachelor's Degree, TYYÇ: Level 6, EQF-LLL: Level 6, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Upon successful completion of the program designed in accordance with the aims and objectives of the program and the program learning outcomes in terms of knowledge, skills and competencies given below, students/learners will be able to:

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PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

LEARNING & TEACHING
METHODS

ASSESMENT & GRADING
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KNOWLEDGE

(Described in terms of theoretical and factual knowledge)

1	Has the ability to assess patients’ overall physical and health status and possesses appropriate knowledge for diagnosis and treatment related to oral health.
2	Relates their knowledge of basic medical sciences to Dentistry.
3	Is proficient in the principles of behavioral science related to patient-centered approaches to promote, improve, and maintain oral health.
4	Has the knowledge to communicate with patients in an informative and effective manner and to educate them about oral and dental health.
5	Possesses the knowledge to manage emergencies related to dental health.
6	Demonstrates the ability to assess, diagnose, develop treatment plans, and refer patients according to their individual characteristics.
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SKILLS

(Described in terms of cognitive and practical skills)

1	Demonstrates cognitive skills sufficient to intervene in dental health emergencies.
2	Develops solutions to oral and dental health problems based on scientific evidence.
3	Interprets scientifically validated data by applying advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the health field.
4	Has the ability to assess each patient’s condition, make a diagnosis, provide treatment, and refer when necessary, based on their individual characteristics.
5	Intervenes in dental health emergencies.
6	Assesses patients’ oral and dental health and provides treatment according to a planned approach.
7	Provides treatment based on the patient’s need for preventive care.
8	Carries out the patient’s preventive care through regular monitoring.
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PERSONAL & OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCES IN TERMS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS

Autonomy & Responsibility

1	Takes responsibility, individually or as part of a team, for treatment planning while considering patients’ overall health status.
2	Anticipates potential complications of dental treatment and takes the necessary precautions.
3	Takes responsibility for the use of all technological tools required in dental treatment.
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Learning to Learn

1	Keeps up with all current developments in the field of dentistry and continuously develops professionally.
2	Identifies the learning needs of those under their supervision and facilitates their professional development accordingly.
3	Communicates with patients in an informative and effective manner and educates them about oral and dental health.
4	Follows universal infection control guidelines in all clinical procedures.
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Communication & Social

1	Contributes to raising public awareness about oral and dental health.
2	Utilizes information technologies related to health and research.
3	Manages patients requiring special care while alleviating pain and anxiety during comprehensive dental treatments.
4	Systematically discusses their knowledge, current developments, and own work in the health field with both internal and external groups through written, oral, and visual communication.
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Occupational and/or Vocational

1	Applies all treatment principles related to patient-centered approaches.
2	Alleviates pain and anxiety during comprehensive dental treatments.
3	Develops differential diagnostic and treatment approaches for oral diseases of the dentition, jaws, oral mucosa, and salivary glands, and provides appropriate treatment or referral.
4	Applies maxillofacial radiology safely and effectively.
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