Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy - BSc (Hons)

University of Leeds

A-level: ABB B in Biology, excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. You must achieve a pass in the practical element of any science A-levels.GCSE: A minimum of 5 GCSEs, at Grade 4/C or higher including Chemistry and Biology (or Dual Science) plus English and Maths. We accept Functional Skills English and/or Maths in lieu of GCSEs.Other course specific tests: Health and disclosure barring screeningAll successful applicants will also need to pass health and disclosure and barringscreening.The University has a policy statement on students with criminal records. For the vast majority of students who are resident in the UK the record will be checked via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The DBS check can only include background checks on your time in the UK. A criminal record check from other countries in addition to the UK DBS check may be required. Abroad this may be referred to as a "Certificate of Good Conduct" (CoGC), but the name varies.To ensure a safe and professional environment for patients, youll also need to meet other requirements, including screening for communicable diseases. Read ‘Professional requirements section.Occupational healthAny offer of a place to study Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy is conditional upon a satisfactory confidential occupational health assessment, which will include a health questionnaire, and if necessary further telephone consultation and/or an appointment with an occupational health clinician. Screening for serious communicable disease, (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and a review of immunisation status and needs, which includes COVID-19, will also be arranged before beginning your studies.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma 30 level 3 credits awarded with Distinction. Your Access to HE programme must include a minimum of 12 graded level 3 credits in Biology. BTEC We will accept either:BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science with DDDBTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science with DD plus A Level Biology at grade BPlease note, you must still meet our standard GCSE requirements as outlined above. We are also unable to accept BTECs in Health and Social Care for entry to this programme. International Baccalaureate 34 points overall with three higher level subjects at grade 5, including Biology. English must be offered at higher or subsidiary level (grade 5 minimum if not offered at GCSE). Maths Studies is acceptable. Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) Students require a minimum of AABBBB, including Biology, English and Maths. We not accept the Irish Junior Certificate. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers BB at Advanced Higher Level, including Biology and AABBB at Higher Level or B in Biology at Advanced Higher Level and AAABB. For applicants without Advanced Higher, we require AABBBB at Higher Level with A in Biology. Other Qualifications Graduates: Applications are welcomed from graduates (with a minimum 2:2 or equivalent plus GCSE Maths at grade 4 or C) in a relevant science or healthcare professional subject. Alternative Qualifications: Fully qualified dental nurses who have completed the University of Leeds Preparation for Higher Education course awarded with Distinction (70 overall).The University of Leeds BSc Interdisciplinary Science foundation year passed with 60% overall plus 60% in Biology.For enquiries regarding any alternative acceptable qualifications, please contact the admissions office at the School of Dentistry directly.Non-UK A-levels (other than Irish) are not accepted. Proof of English language proficiency will also be required if English is not your first language.