Program Overview

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Overview

The Doctor of Dental Medicine is a 3.5-year full-time graduate-entry program designed for individuals with a background in health, allied health, or physical or biological sciences. The program aims to prepare students for a rewarding career as qualified dental practitioners, providing quality oral healthcare within their local community.

Program Highlights

• Graduate as a highly sought-after oral health professional eligible for general registration to practice as a dentist.
• Gain the skills needed to provide patient-centred dental services to the community, including preventive, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic care.
• Undertake approximately 2,000 hours of supervised clinical placements from the second year to apply knowledge and broaden clinical skills.
• Study at the UQ Oral Health Centre, Australia's most advanced tertiary oral health facility, and benefit from smaller cohorts with dedicated specialist educators.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in health, allied health, physical sciences, or biological sciences.
• Have successfully completed university-level study in human anatomy and human physiology or cellular physiology within the 10 years prior to program commencement.
• Have completed the GAMSAT within 4 years prior to the year of commencement.
• Have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in their previous qualification.

GPA Equivalent

The GPA equivalent is used as a guide. When applying, the GPA will be calculated using the UQ grading scale, including any failing grades.

Inherent Requirements

To complete this degree, students must meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes.

Student Visas

This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500). International students will need a temporary visa or residency status with sufficient study entitlement to study this program in Australia.

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative Annual Fee

The approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition is $80,064 (2026).

Additional Costs

• Additional practice teeth can be purchased at the student's discretion.
• Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $80 per year).
• Dental instruments and equipment, including models (approximately $1500).
• Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
• First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years).
• Lab coat (approx. $50).
• Laptop computer (value at student's discretion).
• Models may be provided for use during assessments. A charge will be incurred if not returned in working condition (approximately $320 per set or $160 for an upper or lower).
• Phantom head masks are provided, however, a charge will be incurred if not returned in working condition (approximately $200).
• Purchase of minimum number of teeth for compulsory pre-clinical learning activities (approximately $50 - $400 per year).
• Safety glasses (approximately $25).

Government Assistance

Domestic students who are accepted into the Doctor of Dental Medicine pay tuition fees. FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.

Scholarships

Students may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships.

How to Apply

All international applications should be submitted to UQ. The program code for the Doctor of Dental Medicine is 5763. International students who want to study this program will not be eligible for a Student Visa (subclass 500).

Important Dates

The closing date for this program is September 30 of the year before class commencement.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

For support with applying, or if you have any questions about university life, get in touch with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.

Career Possibilities

Postgraduate study can lead to various careers, including:

• Dentist
• Clinical dentist
• Clinical academic
• Researcher
• Dento-maxillofacial radiologist
• Endodontist
• Oral medicine specialist
• Orthodontist
• Periodontist
• Prosthodontist

Next Steps After Graduation

If interested in specializing, the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry provides a recognized pathway for specialist training in various areas, including dento-maxillofacial radiology, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral medicine, orthodontics, and special needs dentistry.

Professional Memberships

Graduates may be eligible for memberships with professional organizations such as the Australian Dental Association and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.

Professional Registration

Graduates may be eligible for registration with the Dental Board of Australia.

Program Accreditation

The Doctor of Dental Medicine is accredited by the Australian Dental Council.