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University of Pretoria Programs

The University of Pretoria offers a wide range of programs across its various faculties.

Faculty of Health Sciences

• The Faculty of Health Sciences offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including:
  • Bachelor of Oral Hygiene [BOH]
  • Other programs in the field of health sciences

Academic Competency in Oral Health 171

Module Details

• Module code: ACO 171
• Qualification: Undergraduate
• Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Module content:
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Group work and communication
  • Use of the library and correct referencing in assignments
  • Academic skills such as academic writing and reading, effective studying, and how to do assignments
  • Dental terminology
  • Dental specialties
  • Dental instruments, equipment, and materials
  • Dental charting
  • Infection control
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Basic oral hygiene care
• Module credits: 12.00
• NQF Level: 05
• Programmes: Bachelor of Oral Hygiene [BOH]
• Prerequisites: No prerequisites
• Contact time: 5 lectures per week for 9 weeks, 1 practical per week for 7 weeks
• Language of tuition: Module is presented in English
• Period of presentation: Semester 1

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Regulations, Degree Requirements, and Information

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University of Pretoria Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) Verification Project

The University of Pretoria is engaged in an ongoing effort to align its qualifications and programs with the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF) criteria. Current and prospective students should note that changes to UP qualification and program names may occur as a result of the HEQSF initiative. Students are advised to contact their faculties if they have any questions.