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BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Therapy at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This programme is subject to receiving interim approval from the General Dental Council (GDC). Approval of the programme is necessary for graduates to be eligible to apply for registration with the GDC.

Faculty: Health and Care Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll develop the scientific knowledge, clinical competence, and professional judgement required of a safe and effective dental therapist. Core modules include Dental and Integrated Sciences, Integrated Dental Public Health, Pre-Clinical Skills Development, Professional Development and Continuous Learning 1.

Career pathways

This degree leads directly to professional practice. On successful completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a Dental Therapist.*

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level Offer: BBB to include a B in Biology BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (other subjects may be considered depending on module profile): Distinction, Distinction, Merit T Level in Science or Healthcare Science: Merit Access to Higher Education in a science subject: 120 UCAS tariff points overall from 45 level 3 of credits, of which 15 level 3 credits must be in Biology or Human Biology at grade merit GCSE Requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, to include English Language, Mathematics and two Science subjects (Biology and Chemistry or Double Science). We will also accept Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English, and alternative English Language qualifications such as IELTS. All offers will be subject to successful application screening and then subsequent successful performance at interview . Interviews will take place in person in the form of Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI's). Additional Admissions Test: Casper All applicants are required to complete Casper as part of their application for Dental Hygiene and Therapy. Casper is an online, open-response situational judgment test that provides insight into applicants' personal and professional attributes and takes approximately 65-85 minutes to complete. Visit to create an account, register for Casper, and learn more about the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2027/28). UK full-time fee per level; international fee TBC. Source

Duration: 3 years

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