Program Overview

Introduction to the Dental Therapy BSc Honours Program

The Dental Therapy BSc Honours program at Newcastle University is designed to prepare students for a career as a caring and competent dental therapist. This program benefits from research-led teaching in world-class facilities, providing students with the practical, theoretical, and professional skills required for this role.

Program Overview

The program begins with a foundation in biomedical sciences, providing a basis for clinical work as the course progresses. Students study advanced topics such as human disease, managing medical emergencies, and health promotion. Clinical work forms a large part of the study program, helping students develop professional skills for their future career.

Quality and Ranking

The program is ranked 8th in the UK by The Complete University Guide 2026 and 8th in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026. Newcastle University is also a Global Top 140 University according to QS World University Rankings 2026.

Modules and Learning

The program is divided into stages, with each stage lasting one academic year. Students complete modules totaling 120 credits by the end of each stage. Teaching is by a combination of lectures, seminars, laboratory demonstrations, practical laboratory work, and clinical demonstrations. Assessment is through a combination of assessments, assignments, case studies, coursework, essays, examinations, group work, interviews, portfolio submission, practical sessions, presentations, projects, reflective reports, and seminar tasks.

Facilities and Environment

The program is based within Newcastle Dental Hospital, which is among the most advanced in the country. The hospital has state-of-the-art technology and provides students with a true insight into their future profession. The School of Dental Sciences is part of the Faculty of Medical Sciences, which is also home to Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Psychology, and Pharmacy, encouraging inter-professional collaboration.

Support

Students have the support of an academic member of staff as a personal tutor throughout their degree to help with academic and personal issues. Peer mentors also help students in their first year, providing support and answering questions.

Your Future

Successful graduates from the Dental Therapy degree are eligible to begin working as a dental therapist, with areas of employment including general dental practice, industry, community dental services, hospital dental services, and the armed forces.

Entry Requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis, and the university accepts a broad range of qualifications. The typical offer is ABB at A level, including Biology and excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. International Baccalaureate students require a minimum of 32 points, including Biology at Higher level grade 5 or above.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the academic year 2026 have not yet been confirmed. However, the university offers a range of scholarships, including Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships, to support students with their studies.

Open Days and Events

The university hosts open days and events throughout the year, providing opportunities for prospective students to meet with academic staff, explore the campus, and find out more about the programs on offer.

How to Apply

To apply for the Dental Therapy BSc Honours program, students must use the online application system managed by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The university's UCAS name and institution codes are NEWC/N21. Students can also apply through an agent or by contacting the university directly.