BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Therapy
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
Both dental hygienists and therapists help people maintain good oral health by providing treatments, carrying out procedures and giving dietary and hygiene advice. | The role of dental therapist is the same as a dental hygienist, however they can also carry out some of the restorative work dentists do, such as fillings and extractions. | The General Dental Council (GDC) have recommended that this course can commence from February 2024, the GDC will consider the course for full approval in line with their standard timeline during the final year of the first cohort. | Both dental hygienists and therapists provide oral care that helps patients maintain a healthy mouth, gums and teeth. The treatments and procedures they carry out – such as scaling and polishing, and taking dental X-rays – are designed to support good oral health and prevent dental problems before they develop.
Key highlights
- Prepares you for both dental hygienist and dental therapist roles
- Covers restorative procedures such as fillings and extractions
- Includes scaling, polishing and taking dental X-rays
- Focuses on preventive oral care and dietary and hygiene advice
- Under General Dental Council review for full approval during first cohort
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB — Biology at Grade B or above
- BTEC: DDM — Extended Diploma/T-Level/Access to HE Diploma in subjects Applied science, Applied science (medical science), Healthcare science, science
- T-level: Merit — T Level: Merit
- Access to HE Diploma — 45 Level 3 credits at Merit grade or above
- Other qualification — Please note: Dental Nursing Qualifications, including the National Certificate or Diploma, will not meet the Science requirement. However the tariff points from these qualifications will be counted alongside other suitable Level 3 qualifications. All applicants are required to hold five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and Maths at Grade C/4 (or Level 2 equivalents). Any offer of a p…
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Dental hygienist
- Dental therapist
- Oral health educator
- Community dental therapist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £19,000
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 University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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