MDS Prosthodontics

Kathmandu University
3 years
Rs. 2381760
Updated December 8, 2025

University

Kathmandu University

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 2381760

Summary

Short Description
Three-year postgraduate program specializing in oral rehabilitation, prosthetic dentistry, implant dentistry, and maxillofacial prosthetics.
MDS Prosthodontics under Kathmandu University develops specialists skilled in restoring oral function, aesthetics, and patient quality of life through advanced prosthetic and rehabilitative techniques. The program covers removable and fixed prosthodontics, implant dentistry, occlusion, maxillofacial prosthetics, dental materials science, and complete oral rehabilitation. Training integrates clinical exposure, laboratory competency, case management, research work, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Graduates become capable of handling complex restorative cases, conducting clinical research, and providing leadership in dental practice or academia.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (table — standard MDS prosthodontics model)

DomainComponents
Basic Medical SciencesAnatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry
Core ProsthodonticsComplete dentures, removable partial dentures, fixed prosthodontics, occlusion
Advanced Clinical ProsthodonticsImplantology, maxillofacial prosthetics, full-mouth rehabilitation
Dental MaterialsMaterial science, biomaterials used in prosthetic dentistry
Research & AcademicsResearch methodology, biostatistics, dissertation
Clinical TrainingHospital-based clinical postings, lab work, case presentations
EvaluationInternal assessment + university examinations

Features

Features
• Three-year structured clinical residency
• Strong focus on implant and maxillofacial prosthetics
• Competency-based training with lab and chairside skills
• MEC-regulated admissions and standardized curriculum
• Continuous clinical postings and case-based learning
• Emphasis on research, publication, and academic development

Fee
• NPR 2,381,760 (tentative; Nepali students)
• Foreign students: 1.6× Nepali fee

 

Admission Process

Admission Process (point form)
• Hold BDS or equivalent
• Must have Nepal Medical Council registration (or foreign council registration for international candidates)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience
• Sit for MECEE-PG entrance exam
• Score ≥50% to qualify for merit list
• Seat allocation strictly as per MEC merit system
• Documentation and enrollment at chosen KU-affiliated institution

 

Job Prospects

Job Prospects
• Prosthodontist in hospitals and dental colleges
• Specialist in maxillofacial prosthetics
• Implantologist
• Aesthetic and restorative dentistry specialist
• Academic faculty in dental schools
• Consultant prosthodontist in private clinics
• Researcher in dental materials and oral rehabilitation
• Clinical director in multi-specialty dental centers