College of Dentistry
From the heart of Idlib, creative minds set out.
“Within the walls of Mary University, medical dreams are built… The College of Dentistry is a model of academic excellence, combining international expertise with the local environment to provide quality education that keeps pace with the challenges of the times and contributes to the development of the health sector.”
Internal regulations of the Faculty of Dentistry
Introduction to the College of Dentistry
The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Mary was established by the decree establishing the University of Mary in 2015 and is headquartered in Saraqib.
College vision
Keeping pace with modern methods of teaching, learning and research to raise the efficiency of graduates in preventive and therapeutic health care.
College message
Preparing qualified graduates capable of meeting the needs of society in various fields of dentistry and providing distinguished preventive and therapeutic services
College objectives
Providing therapeutic services to a wide segment of citizens through the operation of educational and specialized dental clinics.
Refining the student’s scientific, political, intellectual, and social personality, and developing his work spirit.
Identifying the various skills required by the labor market for the dental profession.
Preparing a practicing dentist who possesses high scientific and professional competence, is aware of the health needs of society, is able to pursue education, and is committed to medical ethics and morals; In order to contribute to providing preventive and therapeutic oral health for all citizens.
Acquire the knowledge, understanding, and various skills necessary to provide primary health care to all segments of society.
Prepare physicians to pursue specialized postgraduate studies, in line with the needs of the University of Mari and its development plans, in accordance with the instructions of the Higher Education Council in Idlib.
Prepare specialists in various fields of dentistry, providing them with a high level of knowledge and skills in their fields of expertise, and prepare some of them academically to join the Faculty of Dentistry family.
Contribute to continuing medical and academic qualification courses and training for graduates and working dentists.
Develop curricula, teaching methods, and techniques, improve examination methods, author and translate university medical books, and establish and improve quality control rules based on the opinions of professors, experts, and students.
Develop the spirit of teamwork in medicine, strengthen cooperation with all sectors concerned with health matters (students, doctors, and administrators), and strengthen cultural ties with local and foreign medical colleges and scientific bodies.
Providing therapeutic services to a wide segment of citizens through the operation of educational and specialized dental clinics.
Refining the student’s scientific, political, intellectual, and social personality, and developing his work spirit.
Identifying the various skills required by the labor market for the dental profession.
College departments
Department of Histology and Pathological Anatomy Department of Oral Medicine Department of Dental Treatment (Endodontics – Restorative)
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Department of Orthodontics
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry
- Department of Prosthodontics
Admission requirements to the College of Dentistry
What are the basic requirements?
To be:
Hold a general secondary school certificate - scientific stream exclusively, or its equivalent from other countries.
Or The student must have a certificate that allows for a transfer similar to the major, in accordance with the decisions of the Higher Education Council.
Meet the admission requirements set by the Higher Education Council.
Be a full-time student at the college.
What is the study system like in college?
Duration of study in the College of Dentistry:
Five academic years, after which the student obtains a Bachelor of Dentistry degree.
The study is divided into:
A theoretical and practical (laboratory) phase in the first, second, and third years.
A clinical phase in the fourth and fifth years.
It is divided into two semesters.
Each semester lasts 17 weeks, of which:
14 weeks for study.
3 weeks for exams.
How can I contact the university directly?
The appropriate default phrase to respond to the previous question (for a general answer): "To communicate directly with Mary University in Idlib, you can use one of the following methods:
Telephone or email found on the official website.
Visit the campus during official working hours.
Follow the university's social media channels for the latest updates. For more details, we recommend visiting the university's official platforms or contacting them directly. We are happy to assist you with any additional inquiries!"
What is the approved language of instruction?
The primary language of instruction is Arabic.
Exception: Some courses are taught in a foreign language (such as English) and are considered:
General Requirement for the English Department.
Medical Terminology Course
How is the issue of attendance handled?
The student is required to:
Achieve an attendance rate of at least 75% of the practical and theoretical meetings for each course.
Debarment from the final exam if the required percentage is not achieved, based on:
Debarment lists prepared by the Department Council.
Approval and approval of the lists by the Council University.
Administrative and academic staff
Dr. Khaled Al-Tawil
University President
Dr. Omar Al-Saleh
Vice President for Academic and Administrative Affairs
Dr. Wael Taan
Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry
Dr. Fatima Abtini
Dean of the Faculty of Information Engineering
Dr. Hassan Abdel Gawad
Dr. Hassan Abdel GawadDr. Khaled Al-Tawil
Dean of the College of Health Sciences
Dr. Kawthar Mando
Head of Midwifery Department
A. Abdullah Al-Ibrahim
Head of the Mental Health DepartmentA. Abdullah Al-Ibrahim
Director of the Institute of Prosthetics425
student
5
Number of years of study
100%
successful
20
teachers
Calendar and Exams
Exam Dates:
College exams are conducted according to the university calendar approved by the university after the approval of the Higher Education Council.
Grade Distribution:
The maximum grade for each course is 100, divided as follows:
30 to 60 for the practical section (during the semester).
40 to 70 for the theoretical exam (at the end of the semester).
Details of the Practical Section:
Includes:
Student’s Work Grade (reviews, seminars, oral exam, performance evaluation).
Practical Exam.
The course instructor distributes the percentages among the components of the practical section.
Conditions for being deprived of the written exam:
The failed student retains the full grade for the practical section and is only allowed to retake the practical exam.
Overall Graduation Grade:
Excellent: If the average is ≥ 85%.
Very Good: If the average is between 75% and less than 85%.
Good: If the average is between 65% and less than 75%.
Acceptable: If the rate is between 60% and less than 65%.
University discipline
Educational Objective:
Mary University is an educational institution that aims to provide knowledge, and is not a platform for disseminating intellectual, political, or ideological trends on campus.
Using the Halls:
Access to the lecture halls and auditoriums is permitted only during scheduled lecture times.
Using these spaces for any other activities without the approval of the university presidency is prohibited.
Announcements and Bulletins:
Placing advertisements, bulletins, or any media materials is prohibited except in the designated places and after obtaining official permission.
Social Media:
Official university accounts are used for academic and administrative purposes only.
Any misuse of these platforms exposes the student to legal accountability in accordance with the decisions of the University Council.
Student Activities:
Prior approval from the university presidency is required to organize any activity (social, cultural, sports, or fundraising).
Cheating Control:
Cheating in exams is subject to the instructions issued by the University of Mary and the previously announced decisions of the Higher Education Council.
Student Objections:
Students are allowed to file an objection to exam results within the specified period, provided they pay the required fees for each course.
Terms and conditions
Miscellaneous Provisions
Course Selection:
The College Council determines the courses and the number of approved semesters at the beginning of each semester.
The Council has the right to amend course descriptions in accordance with scientific developments in dentistry.
Amendments to the Study Plan:
In the event of amending the study plan, the College Council issues transitional decisions that reconcile the old and new systems, after approval by the Ministry of Higher Education.
General Regulations:
- The provisions of the Higher Education Council and university regulations shall apply to any case not stipulated in these regulations.
Effectiveness of the Regulation
The provisions of these regulations shall be effective starting from the 2021–2022 academic year.
Cases of former students shall be processed in accordance with the previous regulations that were in effect before the adoption of these regulations.
Exceptions
The Higher Education Council may exempt any item from these regulations by a justified and written decision.