Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy BSc(Hons)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Dentistry
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
This course is now closed to new applications for September 2026. Are you keen to make a difference to people’s oral health and wellbeing? If you’re compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrive in hands-on environments where patient care comes first, our Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy BSc(Hons) course is for you. This course has been designed to meet the diverse needs of today’s healthcare landscape and equip you with the expertise, skills, and professional confidence to become a registered Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist. Developed in alignment with the General Dental Council (GDC) Safe Practitioner Framework, this course blends theoretical learning with practical, hands-on experience in a supportive and inclusive environment. This course will prepare you to put your skills and abilities into practice after qualification, both through reflecting on the evidence from ongoing research and your own practice. You’ll be taught by an experienced team of lecturers and clinicians who bring real-world insights to the classroom, you’ll also benefit from a curriculum that integrates cutting-edge techniques, public health considerations, and sustainable healthcare practices. From mastering foundational knowledge in oral disease prevention and dental radiography to managing complex cases involving special educational needs, oral cancer, and dental implants, throughout the course you’ll be supported to become a competent and effective Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist.
Entry requirements
| A levels | ABB-BBB · Subjects: including a relevant Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Human Biology or Applied Science) and excluding |
|---|---|
| UCAS Tariff points | 120–128 UCAS points |
| T Levels | Merit |
| BTEC | DDM · BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma |
| Access to HE Diploma | with 45 level 3 credits at Merit or above, 30 of which must be passed at Distinction including at least 15 credits at Distinction in a relevant Science |
| GCSE | 4 or above · Subjects: English Language, Mathematics |
Fees
International students: £17,600
UK students: £9,535
UK/Home: £9,535
International: £17,600
Start dates
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 June 2026
Campus
- University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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