University of Bristol: dental hygiene and therapy courses

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Qualifications and approval status

Hygiene only: Batchelor of Dental Hygiene has been approved to commence in September 2026. — provisionally accepted
Hygiene and therapy Scope source Bristol confirms eligibility for both dental therapist and dental hygienist registration, despite the shorter title.: Batchelor of Dental Therapy (BDT) — provisionally accepted

GDC listing checked 2026-10-24. Admissions course titles and GDC qualification titles can differ; confirm the exact award and intake with the provider.

BDT Dental Therapy

3 years · UCAS code B760

A levels / Scottish Highers: ABB including Biology. We will accept certain Dental Nursing or Dental Technician Level 3 professional qualifications plus BB in two A-levels including Biology. Please contact the University for full details. Academic entry requirements for standard qualifications (A-level, SQA, IB, Access, BTEC, Welsh Bac, GCSEs) can be found in the undergraduate course finder.
GCSEs / Scottish Nationals: We have removed the GCSE requirement but would accept Scottish National equivalents.
International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in Biology.
Access / BTEC: We accept Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/Medical/Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: 15 credits at Distinction and 30 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from Biology units.
Graduate qualifications: Science or biomedical science degree. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis including Dental Nursing and Dental Technologist qualifications recognised by the General Dental Council. All applicants must demonstrate an ability in Biology equivalent to the A-level requirement specified.
Admissions test: A work-experience Supplementary Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) forms part of selection. Check the admissions statement for full assessment requirements.
Interview: Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience: Relevant dental hygiene/therapy work experience is expected. Qualified dental nurses may use their post-qualification dental experience; an understanding of hygiene/therapy roles is required.
Resits: Multiple GCSE and/or A-Level resits are accepted and there is no disadvantage to applicants for taking resits.
Contextual / widening participation: See our Pathways to Health programme and contextual offers on our website.
Personal statement: Not considered at interview but is included as part of UCAS requirements.

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BDH Dental Hygiene

3 years · UCAS code B770

A levels / Scottish Highers: ABB including Biology. We will accept certain Dental Nursing or Dental Technician Level 3 professional qualifications plus BB in two A-levels including Biology. Please contact the University for full details.
GCSEs / Scottish Nationals: We have removed the GCSE requirement but would accept Scottish National equivalents.
International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in Biology.
Access / BTEC: We accept Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/Medical/Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: 15 credits at Distinction and 30 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from Biology units.
Graduate qualifications: Science or biomedical science degree. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis including Dental Nursing and Dental Technologist qualifications recognised by the General Dental Council. All applicants must demonstrate an ability in Biology equivalent to the A-level requirement specified.
Admissions test: A work-experience Supplementary Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) forms part of selection. Check the admissions statement for full assessment requirements.
Interview: Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience: Relevant dental hygiene/therapy work experience is expected. Qualified dental nurses may use their post-qualification dental experience; an understanding of hygiene/therapy roles is required.
Resits: Multiple GCSE and/or A-Level resits are accepted and there is no disadvantage to applicants for taking resits.
Contextual / widening participation: See our Pathways to Health programme and contextual offers on our website. Contextual offers are available: A level: BBC including B in Biology IB: 29 points with 14 at HL, including 5 at HL in Biology.
Personal statement: Not considered at interview but is included as part of UCAS requirements.

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Admissions: Dental Schools Council, 2027 entry, retrieved 2026-10-24. Check current details with the institution. Requirements can differ by route, subject and applicant circumstances.

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