Dentistry, BDS at University of Aberdeen | |
Course Duration | 4 Years |
Course Intake | September |
Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
Course Level | Undergraduate |
Tution Fees | £ 20,700 |
English Language Requirment | |
IELTS | 6.0 |
TOEFL | 78 |
PTE | 54 |
Our programme has been designed with graduates in mind, enabling you to capitalise on the existing knowledge and transferable skills from your previous degree. From day one, you will be preparing to be a dental professional, benefiting from early clinical problem solving and patient contact, and an integrated approach to learning.
The dental curriculum uses a variety of teaching methods including case based learning. The curriculum aims to:
You will be engaged in reflective practice from an early stage in your clinical experience.
During the course, you will be taught by and observe a wide range of dental professionals from both primary and secondary care services. NHS Education for Scotland (NES), the dental protection organisations and the GDC are also engaged in many of the learning opportunities.
How You'll Study
The course has been designed specifically for graduates and encompasses a variety of modern educational methods for teaching and learning. There is a focus on independent and reflective learning whilst clinical work is introduced from year 1 to maximise clinical experience.
Teaching and learning strategies have been designed to meet the needs of a more mature student group with previous experience of university education and appropriate transferable skills.
A range of assessment methods are used including written examinations, such as single best answer questions and clinical scenario papers, and other practical exams. Objective clinical assessment of your clinical skills will be carried out by means of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) and Structured Clinical Objective Testing (SCOT) at appropriate stages. In your final year more amalgamated assessments will be used to assess your clinical skills by means of an Integrated Structured Clinical Examination (ISCE) and an assessment of some cases that you would have treated during your four years at the Institute of Dentistry.
Learning Methods
Why Study Dentistry?
Careers
Our programme will lead to full GDC registration. The majority of new dental graduates move straight into a one year period of Foundation Training (Vocational Training) in NHS general practice. Successful completion leads to the award of a Vocational Training Number – an essential pre-requisite for taking up a contract with a Health Board to provide NHS dentistry in General Dental Practice or in the Salaried Dental Service. A minority of dentists will complete a second year of Foundation Training – generally in two hospital posts – or will have been employed in a two year post blending primary and secondary care experience. Completion of two years of Foundation Training and attaining Membership of one of the Royal Colleges is the usual route into Specialty Training, leading ultimately to employment as a NHS Consultant.
Following vocational training, a dentist may work as an associate, partner or principal in general practice, join the community dental service, the armed forces dental service, work in a hospital with a view to becoming a consultant, or become a clinical academic contributing to the training of the next generation of dental graduates.
% International Students | 33 % |
Male/Female Ratio | 1 : 1.16 |
Endowments Value | Pound 45 million |
No.of Campuses | 5 |
Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense | £14,300-18,000 |
Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance.
Program type | Per year fee |
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Undergraduate Arts | £17,200 |
Undergraduate Science | £19,700 |
Postgraduate Research | £16,500 |
Cost of living per year* | Around £1,000 |
Aberdeen manages to provide a fixed fee structure throughout the program for international students so that they can project the amount in advance. Details for 2021-2022 academic session are tabulated below:
Type of Expense | Annual Fees (GBP) |
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Tuition Fees | |
Undergraduate Arts Courses | 17,200 |
Undergraduate Science Courses | 19,700 |
Postgraduate Taught Courses | 20,000- 30,000 |
Postgraduate Research Courses | 16,500 |
Cost of Living | |
Accommodation | 5,500-7,800 |
Books & Supplies | 1,000-1,500 |
Transportation | 500-1,000 |
Miscellaneous | 1,500-2,500 |
University of Aberdeen Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
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Undergraduate | £ 18,340 |
Postgraduate | 18,340 |
University of Aberdeen Cost Per Year | |
Overall cost of living | £ 3,342 |
Campus accommodation | £ 6,035 |
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. |
University of Aberdeen English score required | |
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IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
TOEFL Undergraduate | 72 |
TOEFL Postgraduate | 79 |
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. |
University of Aberdeen University Contact Details |
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University of Aberdeen Address |
King's College,Aberdeen King's College AB24 3FX |
University of Aberdeen Email |
sras@abdn.ac.uk |
University of Aberdeen Phone |
+44 (0) 1224272091 |