La Trobe University

Bachelor of Oral Health Science

La Trobe University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00115M

Learn how to provide essential oral healthcare with La Trobe's accredited Bachelor of Oral Health Science. Studying in an inter- and intradisciplinary setting, you'll develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school. Develop your understanding of oral health promotion, and the prevention and treatment of oral diseases. Get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria and treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians. Your scope of practice includes dental therapy treatments to patients of all ages. Note: You'll need to complete your Level 1 First Aid/CPR certification, get your required vaccinations, and provide a current police check and Working with Children Check before starting this degree. You'll learn: Preventive oral health Develop your knowledge of preventive, periodontal and restorative procedures.

Structure

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Oral Health Science, students must complete 360 credit points as follows: 360 core credit points

Subjects

  • First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
  • Dental Science A
  • Dental Science B
  • Oral Health Practice
  • Preclinical Oral Health Simulated Practice
  • Research and Evidence in Practice
  • Rural Community Engagement
  • Scientific and Clinical Knowledge A
  • Scientific and Clinical Knowledge B
  • Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education

Standard entry requirements

  • Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: Year 12 English prerequisite (25) - Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
  • Non Year 12 - Vocational Education & Training: VET prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • Non Year 12 - Higher Education study: HE prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • International: IELTS - 7.0 < 7.0 - 7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.
  • Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses

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