BDSc

Dental Science (Honours)

Learn more about studying Dental Science (Honours) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    5 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    60,952AUD
  • Start date
    Jan, Feb, Jul
  • QS Ranking
    #40

Program overview

What the University of Queensland says about their program:

Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) is a programme offered at University of Queensland. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at University of Queensland, Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) benefit from the wider learning environment at University of Queensland, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • You must achieve the equivalent of the required entry score for your preferred UQ program if completing senior schooling overseas.
  • Applications from non-school leavers will be assessed based on any study completed since finishing high school.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

  • Completed senior secondary schooling from a designated country where the medium of instruction is English

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

to see how attainable this program is.

  • A levels

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  • International Baccalaureate (IB)

    31

All grade information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official program page for the latest information on required grades.

Additional requirements

Documents

  • You will need to provide certified copies of complete academic transcripts for any non‑UQ studies

Essays and statements

  • Applicants applying via the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander admissions pathway must provide a personal statement explaining why they would like to study dental science at UQ (400 words maximum), 400 words max

Recommendations

  • The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander admissions pathway considers references as part of the application (references are not required of all applicants) (optional)

Selection

  • Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who meet the minimum entry requirements will be offered an interview as part of that admissions pathway, for applicants who meet the minimum entry requirements

Tests and examinations

  • Applicants must sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) (from the year you apply)

Experience

  • The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander admissions pathway considers applicants' employment history as part of the application (this is not required of all applicants) (optional)

How to apply

Scholarships at University of Queensland

  • Science International Scholarships

    Official page

    A Faculty of Science scholarship for international students commencing approved UQ Science programs. Eligible students must be commencing their first semester, meet offer conditions and demonstrate strong academic performance.

  • UQ International Excellence Scholarship

    Official page

    A scholarship for international students applying to study full-time in an eligible UQ program. Applicants must satisfy offer conditions, entry requirements and competitive academic criteria; eligible undergraduate applicants may be considered where the program qualifies.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Queensland provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Queensland encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    AUS$33,744 - $73,936 / year

  • Graduate tuition

    AUS$20,520 - $73,072 / year

  • Online programs

    AUS$25,500

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What is the cost of living near University of Queensland?

Category Cost  (in Australian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,400· Australia average
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,948
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$316
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$80· Australia average
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$40· Australia average
Monthly public transport pass$52
Monthly grocery basket$690
Books and study supplies (monthly)$84
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$70· Australia average

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and study.uq.edu.au (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of Queensland

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Queensland.

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