Dr. Raj Ariyaratnam

Professor

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Biography

Professor Raj Ariyaratnam is the Academic Clinical Lead for the Oral Medicine Teaching Programme at the University of Manchester's Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. He is also a practicing Honorary Specialist Oral Physician at the Manchester Foundation Trust. Professor Ariyaratnam has made significant contributions to dental education and global oral health, demonstrating a strong commitment to integrating teaching, learning, and social responsibility in dentistry. He has lectured in various disciplines such as Anatomy, Oral Surgery, and Global Health, and has been a keynote speaker at over 20 international conferences. His dedication to innovative pedagogies includes developing flipped learning approaches and embracing community-based learning within the curriculum. He is a triple Fellow of prestigious academic institutions and has received numerous national and international awards for his leadership and contributions to education. He has led efforts in global outreach and online learning, especially benefiting low- and middle-income countries. Professor Ariyaratnam's work aims to combat dental health inequalities, while enhancing students' educational experiences and fostering a globally-engaged dental community.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Academic Clinical Lead for the Oral Medicine Teaching Programme, practicing Honorary Specialist Oral Physician.

Awards

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Fellowship

2021-01-01
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MacJannet Prize (3rd place)

2021-04-01
#2018

Making a Difference Award

2018-01-01
#2021

Making a Difference Award

2021-01-01

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.