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BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy

University of Leeds

Institution
University of Leeds
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
A900
Typical offer
A-level BBC, IB 34

Entry requirements

A level: ABB BTEC: We will accept either: IB: 34 points overall with 3 Higher Level subjects at grade 5, including Biology. You must also have English and Maths at (minimum) SL at Grade 5 (if not offered at GCSE). Maths Studies is acceptable.

About this course

BSc in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy, a dentistry degree centred on clinical practice and patient care within oral health. Core topics include Clinical Skills. The first two years are co-taught with the BChD Dental Surgery course, incorporating early clinical experience and simulation training before treating patients in clinical environments. The first year introduces foundational practice through modules such as Clinical Skills & Practice 1, Dental & Biomedical Sciences 1, Personal and Professional Development 1, and Enquire 1. Year two builds on this foundation with compulsory modules including Clinical Skills & Practice 2 BSc, Dental & Biomedical Sciences 2, Personal and Professional Development 2, and Enquire 2. The final year focuses on advanced practice and independent research, featuring modules such as Clinical Skills & Practice 3 BSc, Personal and Professional Development 3 BSc, and the research-focused Enquire 3 BSc: Capstone.

Modules

  • Clinical Skills & Practice 1
  • Dental & Biomedical Sciences 1
  • Personal and Professional Development 1
  • Enquire 1
  • Clinical Skills & Practice 2 BSc
  • Dental & Biomedical Sciences 2
  • Personal and Professional Development 2
  • Enquire 2
  • Clinical Skills & Practice 3 BSc
  • Personal and Professional Development 3 BSc
  • Enquire 3 BSc: Capstone