Dentistry (DDS)
As a Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry student, there are many opportunities for you to develop your skills both in Canada and overseas. The opportunities offered through the International Community Service Learning (ICSL) program expose you to the core issues and ethical considerations of healthcare and dental care delivery systems from a global perspective, provide experience with the realities of delivering oral/healthcare in low-resource settings, and encourage you to contribute your time and effort towards local and international oral health causes. We are currently developing opportunities abroad to help you grow personally and professionally, and develop knowledge and skills that will assist you in becoming a global citizen. Learn more about the opportunities to see whether there is one that’s right for you.
The information provided on this website will get you started, but please contact our Office if we can answer any questions or discuss options with you. We look forward to hearing from you. Refer to the links below for opportunities.
DDS - Year 1 & 2
Students enrolled in Year 1 and Year 2 of the DDS program may participate in an International Community Service Learning (ICSL) experience. Students will be supported by the Internationalization Office and the Dental Education Office to arrange an elective at a recognized partner site that meets the student's learning objectives. Electives dates are set in advance by the Internationalization Office as all student participants must travel together. Electives are typically two to three weeks long and run in July.
Please review the current opportunities via the International Partner Site page. Applications can be made on the Apply Here page. Please email the Internationalization Office (internationalization@schulich.uwo.ca) with any additional questions you may have.
Applications for 2024 are now closed, dates and deadlines for 2025 will be updated soon.
DDS - Year 3
Students enrolled in Year 3 of the DDS program may participate in an International Community Service Learning (ICSL) experience. Students will be supported by the Internationalization Office and the Dental Education Office to arrange an elective at a recognized partner site that meets the student's learning objectives. Electives dates are set in advance by the Internationalization Office as all student participants must travel together. Electives are typically two to three weeks long and run in July.
Please review the current opportunities via the International Partner Site page. Applications can be made on the Apply Here page. Please email the Internationalization Office (internationalization@schulich.uwo.ca) with any additional questions you may have.
Students can also find their own Clinical placement abroad, but it will need to be pre-approved by the Internationalization Office and the Dental Education Office.
Applications for 2024 are now closed, dates and deadlines for 2025 will be updated soon.
Research
Schulich Dentistry Research Opportunity Program (SDROP) provides an opportunity for students already enrolled in Schulich Dentistry's DDS program to contribute to clinical and basic science research. Each year, a limited number of studentships are awarded by competition for the upcoming summer.
If you are interested in a research opportunity and would like to learn more please visit:
Independently-Organized Placements
If you would like to organize your own international learning opportunity and have it considered as an elective that is sanctioned by the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, please submit the following form: How To Apply. You will be contacted by the Internationalization Office for follow-up.
Applications for 2024 are now closed, dates and deadlines for 2025 will be updated soon.
