Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of July 23, 2026, from the Complutense University of Madrid, publishing the modification of the study plan for the Degree in Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Publication | August 6, 2026 |
| Entry into force | August 6, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Future students of the Dentistry Degree at UCM who begin their studies from the 2026-27 academic year |
| Category | Education |
| Academic year | 2026-27 academic year |
| Total ECTS credits | 300 ECTS |
| Approving body | Council of Universities, with favorable report from the Madri+d Knowledge Foundation |
The Dentistry Degree at Complutense University of Madrid debuts a new study plan in the 2026-27 academic year. The modification, published in the BOE on August 6, 2026 through the Resolution of July 23, 2026, has been approved by the Council of Universities after receiving a favorable report from the Madri+d Knowledge Foundation. The total workload of the degree does not change: it remains 300 ECTS credits, but the internal distribution and course offerings change.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution sets the new structure of the Dentistry Degree at UCM. The 300 ECTS are distributed into five differentiated blocks:
| Training block | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Basic training | 75 |
| Mandatory subjects | 171 |
| Elective subjects | 24 |
| External internships | 24 |
| Final Degree Project (TFG) | 6 |
The plan organizes content into thematic modules covering the main clinical and scientific areas of the profession:
- Basic biomedical sciences
- Pathology and therapeutics
- Prosthodontics
- Periodontics
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric dentistry
Regarding the 24 elective ECTS, students will be able to choose from subjects that include, among others:
- English
- Dental Management
- Aesthetic Dentistry
The modification applies exclusively to those who begin the degree from the 2026-27 academic year. Students already enrolled in previous years will continue with the current study plan until graduation.
Economic and operational impact
For dental centers and clinics that collaborate with UCM as host entities for internships, the update of the plan has direct consequences:
- External internships maintain their weight with 24 ECTS, which represents a significant practical workload that collaborating centers must continue to absorb.
- The incorporation of Dental Management as an elective indicates an orientation of the degree toward clinic management competencies, which may influence the profile of new graduates entering the job market from 2031 onwards.
- Training centers and university entrance preparation academies must update their materials to reflect the new plan from the 2026-27 academic year.
For students themselves, the choice of electives such as English or Aesthetic Dentistry may impact their employability and the type of clinical practice they access after graduation.
Who does it affect?
- Future students of the Dentistry Degree at UCM who access from the 2026-27 academic year: will follow the new study plan from day one.
- Students already enrolled in years prior to 2026-27: are not affected and continue with the previous plan.
- Dental clinics and centers collaborating that host UCM students in external internships: must know the new modular structure to adapt agreements and tutoring.
- University preparation academies and centers that guide future Dentistry students at UCM.
- Colleges of Dentists and Stomatologists and professional associations that monitor university training in the sector.
Practical example
A student who accesses the Dentistry Degree at UCM in September 2026 will begin directly with the new plan. During their five years of study, they will take 75 ECTS of basic training in biomedical sciences, followed by 171 ECTS of mandatory subjects distributed across modules in pathology, prosthodontics, periodontics, orthodontics and pediatric dentistry.
When reaching the elective credits, they must choose 24 ECTS from available subjects. If they opt for Dental Management and English, they will graduate with clinic management and English communication competencies that were not part of the previous plan in a structured way. They will complete their training with 24 ECTS of external internships at collaborating clinics and a Final Degree Project of 6 ECTS.
A student who was already in their second year in 2026-27, on the other hand, will notice no change: they will continue with the study plan they enrolled in.
What should companies do now?
- Collaborating clinics in internships: review collaboration agreements with UCM to verify they align with the new modular structure and the 24 ECTS of external internships in the new plan.
- HR managers in dental clinics: take note of the new training profile of UCM graduates from 2031 onwards (first cohort with the new plan), which will include elective training in management and aesthetic dentistry.
- University guidance centers and academies: update information about the Dentistry Degree at UCM to reflect the new plan from the 2026-27 academic year.
- Students with enrollment prior to 2026-27: no action is necessary; the new plan does not apply to them.
- Students accessing in 2026-27 or later: consult the table of available electives to plan their training pathway from the first year.
Frequently asked questions
How many ECTS credits does the new Dentistry Degree at UCM have?
The new plan maintains 300 ECTS credits in total, distributed as: 75 ECTS of basic training, 171 ECTS of mandatory subjects, 24 ECTS of electives, 24 ECTS of external internships and 6 ECTS of Final Degree Project.
Does the new UCM Dentistry plan affect already enrolled students?
No. The modification applies exclusively to those who begin the degree from the 2026-27 academic year. Students already enrolled in previous years continue with the current study plan until they complete their degree.
What elective subjects does the new UCM Dentistry plan offer?
The plan includes 24 elective ECTS among which are subjects such as English, Dental Management and Aesthetic Dentistry, among others. The student must complete the 24 ECTS by choosing from the available elective subjects.
Who approved the modification of the UCM Dentistry study plan?
The modification has been approved by the Council of Universities, after receiving a favorable report from the Madri+d Knowledge Foundation. The resolution was signed on July 23, 2026 and published in the BOE on August 6, 2026.
When does the new UCM Dentistry study plan come into force?
The resolution came into force on August 6, 2026, the date of its publication in the BOE. Its practical application begins with students who enroll in the 2026-27 academic year.
Official source
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-17184