Bachelor of Dental Surgery
James Cook University
About
JCU Dental Surgery graduates are healthcare practitioners who are sought-after in a variety of healthcare settings.Graduates pursue careers as dentists in various areas including private practice, hospitals, community health services, The Australian Defence Force, education, or research.This course is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC) and graduates can apply for membership of the Dental Board of Australia.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
Teaching Period 1:
DS1101:09 Dental Science Part 1 of 2
RH1002:03 Communication Skills for Health Professionals
Teaching Period 2:
DS1102:06 Dental Science Part 2 of 2
HS1003:03 Lifespan Development for Health A
HS1401:03 Health and Health Care in Australia
Level 2
Teaching Period 1:
DS2101:06 Preclinical Dentistry Part 1 of 2
HS2402:03 Health Professional Research 1
HS2406:03 Health Promotion in Dentistry
Teaching Period 2:
DS2102:12 Preclinical Dentistry Part 2 of 2
Level 3
Teaching Period 1:
DS3101:12 Introduction to Clinical Dentistry
Teaching Period 2:
DS3102:09 Clinical Dentistry 1
HS2401:03 Rural and Remote Primary and Public Health Care
Level 4
Teaching Period 1:
DS4101:12 Clinical Dentistry 2
Teaching Period 2:
DS4102:12 Clinical Dentistry 3
Level 5
Teaching Period 1:
DS5101:12 Clinical Practice 1 (Comprehensive Oral Care)
Teaching Period 2:
DS5102:12 Clinical Practice 2 (Comprehensive Oral Care)
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | English, Mathematical Methods, Chemistry (Units 3/4,C) Recommended: Biology |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 3b – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. Students also need to take note that in accordance with the National Registration Board’s requirement, they must hold a valid IELTS (academic module) minimum score of 7.0 in all components within 2 years prior to applying for registration. |
| Additional selection requirements | Submit JCU internal application form by 30 September (Domestic students) Submit JCU internal application form by 31 August (International students) The written application form (and other information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying), may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
| Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | Clinical placement/professional practice: This course includes prescribed professional or clinical placements. Students may be required to undertake such placements away from the campus at which they are enrolled, at their own expense (Note: health professional courses generally involve extensive professional or clinical placements). Students may be required to be interviewed, in accordance with procedures approved from time to time by the Division, to assess their suitability for entry to the Dentistry profession before undertaking clinical practice and research projects. |
| Post admission requirements | This course may have specific admission requirements such as immunisation, a Suitability to Work with Children Card, a federal police check and/or other conditions that students must comply with. Students must complete all professional experience placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of these requirements in order to stay admitted in the course. You will find your course requirements here: https://www.jcu.edu.au/professional-experience-placement/preparation-checklists |
Learning outcomes
Study the foundational theory of dental science and the promotion of oral healthcare in underserved communities. Train alongside experienced, supportive professionals and explore issues of concern, particularly relating to tropical, rural and indigenous practice.
Be equipped with practical work skills in JCU’s world-class dental teaching complex, with a state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratory. Apply your theoretical knowledge as you assess, diagnose and perform dental work on real patients. Expand your network and experience through extensive professional placements.
JCU Dental Surgery students graduate in high demand, with a broad range of knowledge and skills to stand out in a competitive field. Additional information
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects, as well as pre-placement requirements.
Honours
The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. For eligibility information go to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Honours) Handbook page.
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