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BSc (Hons) Dental Technology

University of Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to learn the fundamental aspects of oral anatomy and physiology and its influence on dental appliance design. Practical skills development is a crucial element in the training of a dental technician, as is being aware of relevant theory – this course challenges learners to critically analyse theoretical principles in order to make informed choices on the methods and materials used to produce a range of biomechanically sound appliances. This course is designed for students who want to work in the field of dental technology or dental biomaterials who will take up posts in academia, research or industry.

General Eligibility

96 UCAS points. Your Level 3 subjects must include a science subject; for instance, A-level Biology or BTEC Extended Diploma in Dental Technology. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent) including English, Mathematics and Science. You’ll be required to attend an interview and undertake a manual dexterity test as part of the application process. If you have experience of working in other dental team roles, we’ll be happy to consider your application, providing you can present evidence of satisfactory level 3 qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

Apprentices will need to be employed by your organization for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Your organization will also need to commit to sponsoring apprentices to complete this qualification.

What You'll Study

1 Modules
The modules listed below may be a mixture of compulsory and optional. You may not have the opportunity to study all the modules shown as part of the course. Dental Technology Dissertation Project Principles of Dental Aesthetics and Occlusion Specialised Dental Technology Discipline Advanced Oral Biomedical Science Dental Technology Techniques for Orthodontics Dental Technology Techniques for Removable Prosthodontics Dental Technology Techniques for Fixed Prosthodontics Employment Practice B Research Methodology Introductory Dental Biomaterials Science Employment Practice A Basic Dental Technology Techniques Oral Anatomy and Physiology and Basic Dental Appliance Design Preparing for Practice and Study Skills

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications

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