James Cook University
5 years full-time
The Bachelor of Dental Surgery at JCU prepares you to become an effective dental practitioner, with a focus on serving rural, tropical, and Indigenous communities.
The entry requirements include English, Mathematical Methods, and Chemistry at the Units 3/4 level with a minimum grade of C, or equivalent. Biology is also recommended. You must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
The Bachelor of Dental Surgery covers a wide range of subjects, including dental science, clinical dentistry, anatomy and physiology, biological chemistry, operative dentistry, and issues in rural and remote health care. You will gain extensive practical experience through supervised clinical placements in private practices, rural and remote clinics, and JCU's on-site dental clinics.
JCU is a leading provider of dental education in Australia, with a strong focus on serving rural, tropical, and Indigenous communities. The university's world-class dental teaching complex, including a state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratory, provides students with exceptional practical training. JCU's Bachelor of Dental Surgery is accredited by the Australian Dental Council, ensuring graduates are prepared for successful careers as dentists.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery can pursue careers as dentists in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospitals, community health services, the Australian Defence Force, education, or research. The program's emphasis on rural and remote dentistry also opens up opportunities to work in underserved communities.
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