BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy with Gateway Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Dental Hygiene and Therapy, within the field of Dentistry. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes a Gateway Year for students not meeting standard entry requirements, followed by progression to the full degree. The course leads to eligibility for General Dental Council (GDC) registration and includes simulation training and clinical practice.
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Accreditation & quality ratings
- The General Dental Council quality assures and approves qualifications for registration, for the following registrant groups: Dentists; dental hygienists; dental therapists; dental nurses; clinical dental technicians; dental technicians; and orthodontic therapists.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundation Skills for Dental Professionals
- Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Foundations of Microbiology, Infection and Immunology
- Foundations of Molecules and Cells
- Dental and Integrated Sciences
- Integrated Dental Public Health
- Pre-Clinical Skills Development
- Professional Development and Continuous Learning 1
- Applied Dental Knowledge and Scientific Principles 1
- Applied Public Health and Professional Engagement
- Developing Clinical Skills
- Professional Development and Continuous Learning 2
- Applied Dental Knowledge and Scientific Principles 2
- Competent Clinical Practice
- Professional Development and Continuous Learning 3
- Service Improvement and Interprofessional Engagement
Questions about this course
Is BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy with Gateway Year at University of Lincoln accredited?
Yes. The General Dental Council quality assures and approves qualifications for registration, for the following registrant groups: Dentists; dental hygienists; dental therapists; dental nurses; clinical dental technicians; dental technicians; and orthodontic therapists.