About the Faculty

World's No.3 Dentistry

HKU Faculty of Dentistry

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong is the premier dental school in the world and the only institution in Hong Kong that provides undergraduate and postgraduate dental degrees. The Faculty was established in 1982 and is located in the Prince Philip Dental Hospital in Sai Ying Pun.

As one of the world’s leading dental institutions, we are highly devoted to excelling in innovation and excellence across teaching and learning, research and discovery, professional and clinical services, and knowledge exchange, all aiming for advancing oral healthcare and the general well-being of the people we serve in Hong Kong, mainland China, and beyond.

Education forms the bedrock of our Faulty. Our undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, along with various continuing education programmes are meticulously crafted and constantly refined to nurture the growth and development of future leaders in dentistry and oral healthcare professionals. Indeed, our classical notion, ‘The future of dentistry starts today’, encapsulates our unwavering pursuit of excellence!

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Year of Establishment

Staff from 20 Countries

Students from 22 Countries

Alumni from 44 Countries
* As of August 2024
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry
HKU Faculty of Dentistry

Global Ranking by Subject

3

QS Rankings in 2024

4

Shanghai Rankings in 2024

Top 2% Scientists

Outstanding academic prowess & global recognition

In the latest rankings released by Stanford University, an impressive total of 17 full-time faculty members have been recognised as among the world’s top 2% scientists for the year 2024. Their research excellence and dedication have positioned them as some of the most influential scientists on a global scale. We commend their commitment to advancing knowledge to shape the future of dental research and education, benefiting both the scientific community and society as a whole.

Note: The list is arranged in alphabetical order of surname.

The Premier Dental School in the World

Since 1982