University of Dundee: dental hygiene and therapy courses
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Qualifications and approval status
- Hygiene and therapy: BSc in Oral Health Sciences (Hygiene and Therapy) — approved
GDC listing checked 2026-10-24. Admissions course titles and GDC qualification titles can differ; confirm the exact award and intake with the provider.
BSc Oral Health Sciences
3 years · UCAS code B750
- A levels / Scottish Highers
- BBB to include Biology Scottish Highers: ABBB to include Biology
- GCSEs / Scottish Nationals
- GCSE - Chemistry at grade C. Scottish National 5: Chemistry at grade C/3.
- International Baccalaureate
- 30 points with 555 at Higher Level including Biology. Standard Level Chemistry at grade 4 is recommended. Access to Higher Education Relevant HNC with B in the graded unit/ Dental nursing qualification/ Swap Access to Medical Studies at AAB, all of these to also included Scottish Highers at BBB to include Biology and National 5: Chemistry at grade C/3.
- Graduate qualifications
- Minimum 2:2 honours degree in a Life Science subject. For non-Life Science degrees, 2:1 honours degree plus Higher / A Level Biology at B or equivalent.
- Admissions test
- N/A
- Interview
- IInterview format for entry 2027 will be in person MMIs, held online for international applicants.
- Work experience
- Please refer to our page on Work Experience.
- Contextual / widening participation
- Please see the university's website for details.
- Personal statement
- The personal statement is not used in selection for interview, however it may be used at interview.
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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