Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Program

The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program at University College Cork is a five-year course that combines basic medical sciences with clinical practice. The first one and a half years are spent on the university campus, while the final three and a half years are spent in the Dental School and Hospital and the attached Cork University Hospital.

Program Structure

• The program is divided into two main phases:
  • The first phase focuses on basic medical sciences, which are taught on the university campus.
  • The second phase is clinically oriented, taking place in the Dental School and Hospital and the attached Cork University Hospital.
• Detailed course and subject information can be found in the UCC School of Dentistry Undergraduate Programme.

Clinics and Teaching Areas

• The Dental School and Hospital houses several clinics, including:
  • Dental Surgery
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Oral Health and Development
• These clinics cover a range of specialties, such as:
  • Oral Medicine
  • Oral Radiology
  • Maxillo-Facial Surgery
  • Dental Public Health
  • Paediatric Dentistry
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontology
  • Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
  • Operative Dentistry
  • Endodontics
  • Gerodontology
  • Integrated patient care

Student Experience

• A notable feature of the Dental School and Hospital is the favorable staff-to-student ratio, allowing for extensive clinical experience under supervision.
• The small class size ensures individual attention for all students.

Admission and Enrollment

• Information for prospective students, including mature and international students, can be found through the Admissions Office.

School and Hospital Facilities

• The Dental School and Hospital is equipped with modern facilities to support teaching, research, and patient care.

Research and Innovation

• The school engages in various research activities, contributing to the advancement of dental science and practice.

Alumni and Community

• The school maintains connections with its alumni, providing opportunities for professional development and networking.

About University College Cork

• University College Cork is a registered charity with the Charities Regulatory Authority.
• It is committed to providing high-quality education, research, and community engagement.