Oral Health Sciences BSc (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This BSc (Hons) in Oral Health Sciences is the only four-year honours degree in this subject in Scotland. Graduating from this programme earns you a qualification in dental hygiene and dental therapy.
This degree offers a broad scientific and clinical base and prepares you to practise as a dental hygienist-therapist. Professionals in this field have skills in preventive, periodontal and restorative therapy and provide 70% of routine dentistry for the UK adult and child population.
You will be based in the Edinburgh Dental Institute (EDI), which has an excellent reputation both nationally and internationally, as a provider of first-class dental education. Our academic staff bring a wealth of research-based knowledge and expertise to their teaching and supervision, which contributes to an outstanding learning environment. This is a programme that encourages and nurtures each student's individual aspirations.
Curriculum
Our curriculum is modern and innovative with a substantial clinical component.
Your learning is split into the following four themes, which form the core of your education. You will expand upon these as your knowledge and skills progress.
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Health & Disease
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Clinical Practice
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Personal & Professional Development
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Preparation for Practice
You will begin to undertake dental treatments for patients in your first year.
You will have opportunities to explore dental services in a number of locations and develop your skills in subject areas you may wish to focus your dissertation on in your final honours years.
Reflective learning is essential throughout this programme, particularly in areas of clinical practice. You will build a personal portfolio of work that will contribute to the continual assessment of your progress.
Student Reviews
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Oral Health Sciences BSc (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Oral Health Sciences BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £35000 | £45000 | £50500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £30000 - £37000 | £40500 - £47000 | £44500 - £55000 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Oral Health Sciences, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Oral Health Sciences BSc (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
| 97% | Medical Practitioners |
| 1% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 1% | Health associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A Levels: Biology at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
BBBB by end of S5 or ABBB/BBBBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Biology at B. National 5s: English at C.
32 points with 555 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Biology at 5. SL: English at 5.
The intake for this programme is 10 places per year so entry is very competitive. We do not ordinarily consider international applicants for this degree. Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | 92 or above with 23 in each section (including Special Home Edition). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with 169 in each component. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with 169 in each component. | |
| Trinity ISE | ISE II with a distinction in all four components. |
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Oral Health Sciences, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Oral Health Sciences BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| EU | £30400 | year 1 |
| International | £30400 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
England/Wales/N Ireland The Rest of UK RUK rate is yet to be confirmed and was £9,250 for 2021 entry. For 2022 entry this may increase in line with inflation and will be subject to government limits.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union EU students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme -
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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