Cardiff Metropolitan University

Dental Technology Foundation Degree - FdSc

Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityLlandaff Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The course is offered in a three-year part-time study mode, leading to a Foundation Degree in Dental Technology. Practical experiential learning is carried out at the student’s place of employment.

Key highlights

  • Practical experiential learning carried out at your place of employment
  • Designed for trainees working in dental laboratories or practices
  • Supports dental professionals in hybrid roles, such as dental nurse/technician

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in all elements

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Dental technician
  • Trainee dental technician
  • Dental laboratory technician
  • Dental nurse/technician

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £16,000

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Cardiff Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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