{"id":791,"date":"2023-09-12T09:04:25","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T09:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wdc.edu.pk\/?page_id=791"},"modified":"2026-09-02T09:07:57","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T09:07:57","slug":"bds-curriculum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wdc.edu.pk\/index.php\/bds-curriculum\/","title":{"rendered":"BDS Curriculum"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"791\" class=\"elementor elementor-791\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-69bc6b7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"69bc6b7\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e17cbb2\" 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class=\"wdc-sub-title\">Women Dental College (WDC), Abbottabad<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Introduction -->\r\n  <p class=\"wdc-p\">\r\n    The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program at Women Dental College (WDC), Abbottabad is a four-year undergraduate professional dental education program designed to prepare competent, ethical, patient-centered, and socially responsible dental graduates. The program is offered within the regulatory framework of the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) and under the academic affiliation of Khyber Medical University (KMU).\r\n  <\/p>\r\n  <p class=\"wdc-p\">\r\n    Following an annual academic and examination structure, the program provides progressive opportunities to develop clinical skills, research awareness, and community-oriented practice. Learning is experience-based, blending theoretical concepts with simulation, laboratory work, case-based learning, and supervised patient care.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Educational Philosophy -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i> Educational Philosophy & Learning Approach<\/h3>\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-grid-3\">\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Holistic Learning<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Integrates knowledge, clinical skills, professional values, and communication required for safe dental practice.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Experience-Based<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Practical exposure through laboratory activities, clinical simulation, and reflective patient care.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Student-Centered<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Active participation, guided self-learning, case discussions, and collaborative problem-solving.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Progressive Development<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Learning experiences and assessments scale in complexity from foundational to clinical stages.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Patient-Centered Care<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Emphasis on ethical, safe, respectful, and evidence-informed treatment for all patients.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Continuous Improvement<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Systematic review of assessment data, student feedback, and faculty input to enhance quality.<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- PMDC 7-Star Competency Framework -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-star\"><\/i> PM&DC 7-Star Competency Framework<\/h3>\r\n  <p class=\"wdc-p\">The BDS curriculum is designed to develop graduates across the seven core competencies mandated by the PM&DC:<\/p>\r\n  <ul class=\"wdc-feature-list\">\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>1. Knowledgeable:<\/strong> Strong foundation in core dental and scientific disciplines.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>2. Skillful:<\/strong> Demonstrated clinical expertise and technical proficiency.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>3. Professional:<\/strong> Adherence to high ethical standards, accountability, and moral behavior.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>4. Scholar & Researcher:<\/strong> Commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-informed reasoning.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>5. Critical Thinker:<\/strong> Analytical problem-solving for complex clinical challenges.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>6. Leader & Role Model:<\/strong> Ethical guidance and effective healthcare leadership.<\/span><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wdc-feature-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i><span><strong>7. Community Health Promoter:<\/strong> Focus on preventive care and public health awareness.<\/span><\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Institutional Alignment -->\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-vm-box\">\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-vm-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-vm-label\">Khyber Medical University (KMU) Vision<\/div>\r\n      <p class=\"wdc-vm-quote\">\"Khyber Medical University will be the global leader in health sciences academics and research for efficient and compassionate health care.\"<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-vm-item\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-vm-label\">Women Dental College (WDC) Mission<\/div>\r\n      <p class=\"wdc-vm-quote\">\"To train and develop competent healthcare professionals through an ethical, innovative and culturally appropriate learning experience.\"<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  \r\n  <!-- BDS Program Outcomes & Objectives -->\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-grid-2\">\r\n    <!-- Outcomes Card -->\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\" style=\"border-left-color: var(--wdc-navy);\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><i class=\"fas fa-bullseye\" style=\"color: var(--wdc-gold); margin-right: 6px;\"><\/i> BDS Program Outcomes<\/div>\r\n      \r\n      <h4 class=\"wdc-h4\"><i class=\"fas fa-brain\" style=\"color: var(--wdc-gold);\"><\/i> Knowledge (K)<\/h4>\r\n      <ul class=\"wdc-outcome-list\">\r\n        <li>Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of biomedical, behavioral, and clinical sciences to provide safe and evidence-based patient care.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Integrate theoretical knowledge with clinical practice in diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of oral health conditions.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Apply information technology, research literacy, and self-directed learning to support lifelong education and innovation.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n\r\n      <h4 class=\"wdc-h4\"><i class=\"fas fa-hands-helping\" style=\"color: var(--wdc-gold);\"><\/i> Skills (S)<\/h4>\r\n      <ul class=\"wdc-outcome-list\">\r\n        <li>Perform essential clinical procedures with competence, safety, and patient-centered focus.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Apply analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills to deliver holistic oral healthcare.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, and collaboration with patients, communities, and interprofessional teams.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Promote oral health through preventive strategies, public health initiatives, and evidence-based research.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n\r\n      <h4 class=\"wdc-h4\"><i class=\"fas fa-heart\" style=\"color: var(--wdc-gold);\"><\/i> Attitude (A)<\/h4>\r\n      <ul class=\"wdc-outcome-list\">\r\n        <li>Practice ethical and professional values in patient care, research, and education within sociocultural contexts.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Demonstrate accountability, empathy, and respect in clinical and academic settings, while committing to lifelong learning and adaptability.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    \r\n\r\n    <!-- Objectives Card -->\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\" style=\"border-left-color: var(--wdc-gold);\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\" style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"><i class=\"fas fa-tasks\" style=\"color: var(--wdc-navy); margin-right: 6px;\"><\/i> BDS Program Objectives<\/div>\r\n      <ol class=\"wdc-outcome-list\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal; padding-left: 20px;\">\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To provide students with a solid foundation in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical sciences for safe, evidence-based dental practice and higher education.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To cultivate research, critical inquiry, and problem-solving abilities to address current and emerging oral and general health issues.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To develop competent clinical, diagnostic, and patient-centered care skills, enhanced by teamwork, communication, and interprofessional collaboration.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To foster ethical values, professionalism, leadership, and social accountability in diverse cultural and healthcare contexts.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To prepare students for lifelong learning, adaptability, and effective use of technology in advancing dental practice and education.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To encourage active contribution to community oral health promotion and preventive care.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To provide opportunities for developing teaching, mentoring, and educational leadership skills for those aspiring to academic careers.<\/li>\r\n        <li style=\"padding-left: 4px;\">To promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and global competence to prepare graduates for evolving roles in healthcare.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ol>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n  <!-- Curriculum Alignment Matrix Table -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-sitemap\"><\/i> Curricular Alignment Matrix<\/h3>\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-table-container\">\r\n    <table class=\"wdc-table\">\r\n      <thead>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <th>KMU Vision Focus<\/th>\r\n          <th>WDC Mission Alignment<\/th>\r\n          <th>PMDC Competencies<\/th>\r\n          <th>Program Learning Outcomes<\/th>\r\n          <th>Curricular Evidence<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n      <\/thead>\r\n      <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td><strong>Health sciences academics & research<\/strong><\/td>\r\n          <td>Competent professionals through ethical, innovative & culturally appropriate learning<\/td>\r\n          <td>Knowledgeable; Scholar & Researcher; Critical Thinker<\/td>\r\n          <td>Biomedical, behavioral, clinical knowledge, research literacy & evidence-based care<\/td>\r\n          <td>PLOs, study guides, curriculum maps, research activities, blueprints<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td><strong>Efficient & compassionate healthcare<\/strong><\/td>\r\n          <td>Clinical competence, professionalism, communication, teamwork & patient care<\/td>\r\n          <td>Skillful; Professional; Leader & Role Model<\/td>\r\n          <td>Clinical skills, diagnosis, treatment planning, ethics, empathy & collaboration<\/td>\r\n          <td>Clinical training records, logbooks, OSCE\/OSPE blueprints, portfolios<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td><strong>Healthcare responsive to society<\/strong><\/td>\r\n          <td>Community-oriented education addressing local needs & sociocultural contexts<\/td>\r\n          <td>Community Health Promoter; Professional; Critical Thinker<\/td>\r\n          <td>Preventive oral healthcare, public health, ethics & sociocultural sensitivity<\/td>\r\n          <td>Community learning records, outreach activities, feedback & evaluation reports<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n      <\/tbody>\r\n    <\/table>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n<!-- Academic Calendar Table -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i> Academic Calendar (2025\u20132026)<\/h3>\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-table-container\">\r\n    <table class=\"wdc-table\">\r\n      <thead>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <th>Date \/ Timeline<\/th>\r\n          <th>Academic Event \/ Activity<\/th>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n      <\/thead>\r\n      <tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">16th February 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Commencement of Classes (1st, 2nd, 3rd & Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">16th \u2013 20th February 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Orientation Week<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">14th \u2013 30th March 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Ramadan & Eid-ul-Fitr Vacations<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">23rd March 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Pakistan Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">3rd April 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Plantation Day (3rd & Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">10th April 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Plantation Day (1st & 2nd Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">1st May 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Labour Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">13th May 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Community Visit (2nd Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">23rd \u2013 31st May 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Eid-ul-Adha Vacations<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">8th \u2013 13th June 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Sports Week<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">8th \u2013 17th June 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Mid-Term Examination (Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">25th \u2013 26th June 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Ashura<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">14th August 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Independence Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">26th August 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>12th Rabi-ul-Awal<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">3rd September 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Trip (1st & 2nd Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">6th September 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Defence Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">19th September 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Trip (3rd & Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">9th November 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Allama Iqbal Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">16th November 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Professional Exam (2nd Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">19th November 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Professional Exam (1st Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">19th Nov \u2013 4th Dec 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Send-up Examination (Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">14th December 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Professional Exam (3rd Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">25th December 2026<\/td>\r\n          <td>Quaid Day<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n          <td class=\"wdc-highlight-date\">25th January 2027<\/td>\r\n          <td>Professional Exam (Final Year BDS)<\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n      <\/tbody>\r\n    <\/table>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <p class=\"wdc-p\" style=\"font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; margin-top: -12px;\">* Note: The dates may change subject to the confirmation of all stakeholders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n  <!-- BDS Curriculum Overview Map \/ Chart -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-project-diagram\"><\/i> BDS Program Curriculum Map & Modular Overview<\/h3>\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-chart-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-chart-img-wrapper\" onclick=\"window.open(this.querySelector('img').src, '_blank')\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wdc.edu.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/WDC_BDS_Curriculum_Map_2026_page-0001.jpg\" alt=\"BDS Program Overview - Women Dental College Session 2025-26 Curriculum Map\" title=\"\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-chart-caption\">\r\n      <i class=\"fas fa-search-plus\"><\/i> Click image to view high-resolution BDS Curriculum Map (Session 2025\u201326)\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Curricular Structure & Delivery -->\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-layer-group\"><\/i> Curriculum Structure & Modular Integration<\/h3>\r\n  <p class=\"wdc-p\">\r\n    The BDS curriculum is delivered according to the approved curriculum framework applicable to each academic cohort, with modular integrated delivery adopted progressively and maintained as the standard model approved by the affiliating university and regulatory authority.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <h3 class=\"wdc-h3\"><i class=\"fas fa-cogs\"><\/i> Delivery, Assessment & Program Evaluation<\/h3>\r\n  <div class=\"wdc-grid-2\">\r\n    <div class=\"wdc-card\">\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-title\">Curricular Delivery<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wdc-card-desc\">Supported via small-group learning, case discussions, 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