Dental Technology (top-up) BSc (Hons)

<strong>In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide.</strong><br/><br/>If you’ve already completed a UK dental technology foundation degree or HND, our BSc (Hons) Dental Technology (top-up) course offers you the honours-level skills needed to advance your career. Our Centre for Dental Sciences includes state-of-the-art dental laboratories with the latest technology and specialist equipment.<br/><br/>The University of Greater Manchester is home to the newest dental education department in England. Our Centre for Dental Science offers state-of-the-art facilities and knowledgeable, professional staff committed to delivering a varied curriculum of theoretical, practical and transferable material. We’ll support you to enhance your existing foundation degree or HND-level knowledge and skills, ready to achieve the status of BSc (Hons) Dental Technology (top-up) graduate. <br/><br/>Our honours-level programme gives you the opportunity to study advanced dental technology techniques and gain academic skills in research and evidence-based learning. You’ll have the chance to consider the manufacture of complex dental appliances and get hands-on with the latest equipment in our specialised laboratories, extending your practical skills and understanding of the biomechanics and biomaterials science behind dental appliance design. <br/><br/>We’re dedicated to coaching the next generation of dental technicians in the knowledge and competencies required to compete and exceed in this sought-after profession. Strongly employer informed, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of advanced dental technology and oral biomedical science.

The University of Greater Manchester puts your needs first, offering a supportive and positive environment so you can achieve your chosen goals. They're all about small class sizes that allow them to know their students by name, courses designed in consultation with industry experts and continued multi-million-pound investment in facilities.<br/><br/>Highlights include: <br/><br/>Bolton One – their £31 million health and sports centre with a modern gym, 15m climbing wall, 25m swimming pool and a competition-level trampoline<br/><br/>National Centre for Motorsports Engineering (NCME) - the only centre in the UK of its kind, staffed by an incredibly experienced team dedicated to preparing students for employment.<br/><br/>School of the Arts – including photography studios, darkrooms, 2D and 3D art workshops and a fully operating theatre.<br/><br/>With their student-focused university approach, the University of Greater Manchester will support your ambitions and ensure you get to enjoy #UniAsItShouldBe.