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Dental Medicine degrees in Australia in 2024

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Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Medicine Bachelor Degree

The University of Sydney Australia

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Dental Medicine Degrees in Australia

Study Dental Medicine Degrees

Study a degree in Dental Medicine to forward your career in the dental profession. You will learn how to assess the dental health of patients, how to treat and prevent common dental issues and diseases and how to work within a dental team to provide excellent clinical care to patients.

Graduates of Dental Medicine degrees will have excellent team working skills and an in-depth knowledge of human biology and dental practices. Most graduates will go on to work in public or private practice, in roles such as adult and children dentistry, or more specialised areas such as restorative dentistry, orthodontics or oral pathology.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes, including lectures, tutorials, seminars and group projects. Depending on your course, you may also have the option to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Clinical skills
  • Dental materials
  • Oral biology
  • Craniofacial anatomy
  • Restorative dentistry

Study in Australia

Famous for surfing, sunshine and beaches, Australia has so much to offer to international students. The country's rich culture and history makes it a incredibly diverse country, and one that is welcoming and warm towards the international community. Australia has long been seen as a global leader in higher education, and places emphasis on delivering world-class education to both domestic and international students. The Group of Eight Universities is a prestigious group of universities that focus on providing internationally renowned faculty and research facilities across Australian higher education.

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