Undergraduate courses

We aim to train high-quality dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists by providing excellent student support, innovative facilities, and teaching guided by the latest research in the field.

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We offer a five-year BDS Dental Surgery programme and a 27-month Higher Education Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy. Select a course to find out more.

Undergraduate

Dental Surgery BDS

2025-26

/ September start

A Levels AAA

UCAS code A200

5 years

/ Full-time

Accredited

Learn the theory of dental science and the value of evidence-based dentistry while acquiring the practical skills to apply that knowledge in a clinical setting.

Undergraduate

Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Higher Education Diploma

2025-26

/ April start

UCAS code DENU103

27 months

/ Full-time

Accredited

Gain professional accreditation as a dental hygienist and dental therapist with this 27-month full-time course, starting in April. You’ll learn alongside dental surgery students in a way that prepares you for the realities of working in a dental practice, and our outreach programme means you can treat patients of all ages and backgrounds in real work environments.

You can find out more about the BDS Dental Surgery selection process on the following webpage:

BDS Dental Surgery selection process

Our clinical requirements apply to both Dental Surgery, and Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy students

Clinical requirements