Dental Surgery Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BChD
Course Overview - Dental Surgery Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BChD
Gain first-rate dental training and community care skills from year one, with early patient experience, communication practice and hands-on learning, to build expertise and transform lives as a dentist.
A top UK university for dentistry\
Our student experience, feedback and career outcomes make Plymouth a top UK choice\* in the Guardian's league table of the best universities for dentistry in 2026.\
\*Ranked 6th in the UK
Early clinical experience\
From the first year, you'll learn in a practical learning environments w...
Gain first-rate dental training and community care skills from year one, with early patient experience, communication practice and hands-on learning, to build expertise and transform lives as a dentist.
A top UK university for dentistry\
Our student experience, feedback and career outcomes make Plymouth a top UK choice\* in the Guardian's league table of the best universities for dentistry in 2026.\
\*Ranked 6th in the UK
Early clinical experience\
From the first year, you'll learn in a practical learning environments with patients, building your confidence and experience with patients to enhance your communication skills and clinical competence.
Community engagement\
At Plymouth, you can engage directly with the public as part of our Dental Outreach Team, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on local communities while honing your skills.
This course is for you if...
* you're passionate about providing patient-centred dental care and aspire to become a competent and caring dentist ready to make a difference
* you seek early clinical exposure to develop practical skills
* you value learning in state-of-the-art facilities alongside experienced professionals
* you're eager to engage with diverse communities to enhance oral health
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
15 October
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A29-H77
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A,A,B
A*,A,A
The typical offer is GCE A level grades A*AA-AAB which must include Biology and one further science from Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Psychology. Your third GCE A level can be from any subject area including humanities, languages, music, sport, science and social sciences. General Studies at A level is not included within any offer. The University of Plymouth are committed to widening participation and ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply with us. The additional information gained through contextual data enables our admissions advisory panel to recognise a student’s achievements and identify their potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. The contextual data we may consult when determining to issue an AAB offer include: Living in a low participation neighbourhood as determined by your postcode (POLAR4 quintiles 1 & 2). Attending a low performing school/college e.g. 16-18 performance in the ‘below’ or ‘well below average’ classifications. Significant engagement in either our Peninsula Pathways programme or another widening access intervention. Being in receipt of free school meals. Please note that the typical offer is not necessarily the threshold for selection for interview, which may vary depending on the number and quality of applications received by the faculty.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A,A
A,A,B
The typical offer is SQA Advanced Higher grades AAA-AAB which must include Biology and one further science from Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Psychology. Your third GCE A level can be from any subject area including humanities, languages, music, sport, science and social sciences. General Studies at A level is not included within any offer. The University of Plymouth are committed to widening participation and ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply with us. The additional information gained through contextual data enables our admissions advisory panel to recognise a student’s achievements and identify their potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. The contextual data we may consult when determining to issue an AAB offer include: Living in a low participation neighbourhood as determined by your postcode (POLAR4 quintiles 1 & 2). Attending a low performing school/college e.g. 16-18 performance in the ‘below’ or ‘well below average’ classifications. Significant engagement in either our Peninsula Pathways programme or another widening access intervention. Being in receipt of free school meals. Please note that the typical offer is not necessarily the threshold for selection for interview, which may vary depending on the number and quality of applications received by the faculty.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36.0
38.0
Must include 6 and 6 at the Higher Level in Biology and one further science from Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Psychology. Other subjects can be from any area including humanities, languages, music, sport, science and social sciences. General Studies is not included within any offer. The University of Plymouth are committed to widening participation and ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply with us. The additional information gained through contextual data enables our admissions advisory panel to recognise a student’s achievements and identify their potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. The contextual data we may consult when determining to issue a 36 points offer include: Living in a low participation neighbourhood as determined by your postcode (POLAR4 quintiles 1 & 2). Attending a low performing school/college e.g. 16-18 performance in the ‘below’ or ‘well below average’ classifications. Significant engagement in either our Peninsula Pathways programme or another widening access intervention. Being in receipt of free school meals. Please note that the typical offer is not necessarily the threshold for selection for interview, which may vary depending on the number and quality of applications received by the faculty.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Higher level must include Biology and one further science from Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Psychology. General Studies is not included within any offer.
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