Bachelor's
Bachelor of Oral Health – UA
Course Overview
The University of Adelaide’s Bachelor of Oral Health prepares students to promote oral health and deliver preventive dental care through comprehensive theoretical and clinical education. Students study oral anatomy, dental sciences, preventive dentistry, periodontology, radiography, infection control, and patient management while gaining extensive practical experience in clinical settings.
The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, ethical care, and community oral health promotion. Students develop strong communication and clinical decision-making skills while working with diverse patient populations. Graduates are prepared for careers as oral health therapists in public health services, private dental practices, community clinics, and educational settings.
Entry Requirements
- Academic Records: Completion of 10 + 2 qualification (e.g., ATAR ~80+ or equivalent international credential).
- English Proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 7.0 in each sub-score), TOEFL iBT 94, PTE 65.
- Prerequisites / Knowledge: Secondary Chemistry or Biology prerequisite background.
- Application Materials: Certified 10 + 2 marksheets, completion credentials, and passport copy.
- Waterford Institute of TechnologySelection interview (if requested) and clinical health compliance clearances.
Career Outcomes
- Oral Health Therapist
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental Therapist
- Community Oral Health Officer
- Preventive Dental Care Specialist
Scholarship Available
- Yes (Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Adelaide Global Citizens Scholarship
- Faculty Scholarships)
