Bachelor of Dental Therapy

Dental therapy is a regulated clinical profession concerned with the provision of a range of preventive and treatment services for dental patients, working as part of an integrated dental team alongside dentists, dental hygienists, and other oral health practitioners. Dental therapists are qualified to carry out examinations, take radiographs, apply fissure sealants and fluoride, provide oral health education, and perform certain restorative procedures, extending the reach of the dental team and helping to provide more accessible and effective care for patients.

At the University of Bristol's Dental School, this three-year full-time programme with foundation year is delivered from state-of-the-art clinical facilities that emphasise integrated team training, reflecting the collaborative nature of modern dental practice. You will develop clinical competence in the range of procedures within the dental therapist's scope of practice, alongside the patient communication skills and professional awareness that clinical dental work requires. Bristol Dental School is a well-established training provider for dental hygienists and therapists, and the programme benefits from the school's expertise and its clinical environment.

The typical entry tariff of 168 points reflects the clinical and scientific standard expected of students entering the programme.

You will develop hands-on clinical skills, patient management capabilities, and the professional knowledge needed to work as a qualified and registered member of the dental team.

Graduates register with the General Dental Council and work in dental practices, community dental services, hospital departments, and specialist settings. Many continue to develop their scope of practice or move into roles in public health, education, or dental leadership. The integrated team training approach at Bristol means graduates are well prepared to work collaboratively in the settings where modern dentistry is practised.