The traditionally independent subjects are taught integrated within each semester, leading up to an integrated exam in the end of each semester. Lectures are dramatically reduced coinciding with an increased emphasis on small-group training. Problem-based learning as a method of teaching is introduced throughout the studies. Also there is external service in hospitals, dental clinics and other health institutions at several points during the studies. The overall length of the curriculum is the same as before, including the preparing exam in philosophy.
Graduates have after two years of practice the possibility to enter specialist training.
Students who are interested in a future career in research are encouraged to take part in research activity while doing their dental training. In co-operation with the Norwegian Dental Association and the public health authorities, the Faculty of Dentistry offers a wide choice of courses for the common dentists serving in private as well as public services. The recruitment, training and supervision of dental research staff for the future are of primary concern to the faculty, and these objectives are important in its postgraduate activities. Research at the Faculty of Dentistry includes a wide variety of activities within many fields of dentistry such as basic, clinical and epidemiological research. Because of its obligation to provide tuition in all fields of dentistry at an advanced level, the faculty has always had an incentive to cover all aspects of dentistry in its research activity.