Prepare for an exciting and rewarding career as a qualified dentist, with the latest knowledge and skills to prevent, diagnose and treat oral diseases and abnormalities.

The Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) educates the next generation of dental professionals at the UQ Oral Health Centre – the most advanced tertiary oral health facility in Australia.

Join one of Australia's most respected dental schools and benefit from smaller cohorts with dedicated specialist teachers. You'll learn the science and acquire the technical skills to care for patients, and prevent, diagnose and treat oral diseases and abnormalities.

You'll develop in-depth knowledge of general practice dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral medicine, oral and maxillofacial surgery and public health. You'll also gain the experience needed to provide quality oral healthcare to make a genuine difference to the lives of others.

Program highlights

• Begin building your clinical skills from your first semester in our simulation clinics and labs.
• Move into clinics treating patients in your second year as part of our oral health alliance with the Metro North Hospital and Health Service.
• Undertake a 39-week placement in your final year at various dental clinics throughout Queensland.