Dentistry BDS at University of Dundee

Programme overview

Dentistry BDS is a five-year degree leading to registration with the General Dental Council as a dentist. From the beginning students learn the sciences that underpin dentistry and how they apply to clinical situations, putting skills into practice in a clinical environment. The curriculum encourages interactive and creative learning in a supportive environment.

Faculty: Faculty of Health | Duration: 5 years | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The curriculum begins with the fundamentals of the sciences that underpin dentistry and their application to clinical situations, with clinical practice from early in the course.

Career pathways

Successful completion leads to registration with the General Dental Council as a dentist. Graduates usually complete a vocational or foundation training programme, then work in general dental practice or the community dental service, or in a hospital, which can lead to becoming a specialist or consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate typical offer: A-level A*AA including Biology and Chemistry (to be achieved in the same sitting; General Studies not accepted), with GCSE English and Mathematics at least grade B/6; a majority of A* grades at GCSE is needed to be competitive. Scottish Highers AAAAB (widening access AAABB) including Higher Chemistry and Biology plus National 5 English and Mathematics at grade B (achieved in S5 in one sitting); S6 route BBB at Advanced Higher/Higher including Biology or Chemistry at Advanced Higher (widening access BB). IB Diploma 37 points including 6, 6, 6 at Higher Level with no retakes, including Biology and Chemistry, plus three Standard Level subjects averaging grade 6. SWAP Access AAA including 80% in key subjects (Access to Medical Studies). Graduate entry: a minimum upper second class (2:1) Honours degree in a relevant life science subject as the first degree, with academic study in the three years before entry; BSc Oral Health Sciences graduates considered (maximum 2 places) with a 2:1 or distinction. Selection includes performance at MMI (multiple mini interview). IELTS Academic (international applicants): 7.0 overall and 7.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). England, Wales and Northern Ireland (rest of UK) tuition fee per year of study, subject to confirmation by the UK Government Source

International applicants: GBP 42,150 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for the 2027/28 academic year before scholarships Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 5 years

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