Dental Nursing
FdSc
This programme provides students with a wide range of academic skills and work-related competencies to use on completion of the Award registration with the General Dental Council.
Course level
Undergraduate
Modes of study
Full time
Attendance
Two years full-time
Location
Park Campus
Entry requirements
Applicants must have 120-140 UCAS tariff points and one A Level or an equivalent qualification. We also require GCSE English at grade C or above (or equivalent). Candidates currently working in practice with proof of substantial work experience will be invited for a pre-course interview to discuss entry on to the course if they do not meet the criteria stipulated.
UCAS details
UCAS code: B750
UCAS description: FdSc/DNrs
Length of study
Two years full-time
School
Course content
Students will understand and be able to put into practice the key competencies required to work safely as a registered dental nurse. The programe encourages the holistic care and treatment of dental patients and supports the nurse to understand and work within the boundaries of their role.
The design of the programme recognises the increasing need for theory linked to practice, which is supported through underpinning knowledge and work based clinical skills.
Stage one
Provides a foundation of positive knowledge, skills and attitudes that will underpin the candidates personal and professional development with core modules to include
- Foundations of dental nursing
- Introduction to biomedical science and oral biology
- Chairside support
Stage two
Provides detailed knowledge with core modules in research, advanced work-based learning and health and well-being.
- Applied biomedical science and oral biology
- Advanced chairside support
- Managing patient care
Special course features
All students will be offered a range of work placements which will facilitate the development of competence in a range of skills leading to registration with the General Dental Council.
Typical modules
- Foundations of dental nursing
- Introduction to biomedical science and oral biology
- Chairside support
- Applied biomedical science and oral biology
- Advanced chairside support
- Managing patient care
Assessment
Continuous assessment through coursework and a work-based portfolio.
Career opportunities
With this Foundation Degree other opportunities available in dental nursing include radiography, oral hygiene instruction, sedation, work based mentoring and special care dental nursing.
- Opportunity to apply for Dental Hygiene and Therapy
For undergraduate application information please see our how to apply page.
Current 'Home' and EU undergraduate students: Information on 2012/13 tuition fees
Fees quoted are for home and EU students commencing their course in the academic year 2012/13. Tuition fees are payable for each year of the course. The fees are subject to annual increases in subsequent academic years.
Full time fees
£6000
Funding information
Scholarships and bursaries
The following scholarships may be applicable:
This course is available to international students.
Full-time international tuition fees
For information on our international tuition fees, please see our Tuition fees for international students page.
How to apply as an international student
For information on how to apply to study with us, please see our How to apply page.
Scholarships available to international students
For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.
Further details
For further help for international students please see our international students pages.
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