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University of Birmingham · Undergraduate
£3,500scholarship value
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B750
Dental Hygiene and Therapy
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
91%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Therapy at University of Birmingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This Dental Hygiene and Therapy course is a collaborative programme that is managed and delivered by Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and validated by the University of Birmingham. Taught in the Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry, you will have access to state-of-the-art learning facilities and an excellent learning environment for the whole dental team. Our integrated teaching and learning in the Clinical Practice setting is an important component in fostering the team approach to dentistry. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Oral Anatomy and Physiology
Dental Public Health and Community Care
Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice
Periodontal Disease and Management
Dental Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Oral Health Education and Promotion
Clinical Dental Therapy and Restorations
Professional Practice and Dental Ethics
UCAS Code:B750
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Required subjects and grades: A Level Biology at grade B or above; A GDC recognised Dental Nursing qualification may be submitted in lieu of one A Level subject. Minimum of six GCSEs at grade C to include English, Mathematics and a Biological subject/dual award science. General Studies: Not accepted. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 6,5,5 at Higher Level (to include biology and preferably chemistry) with a minimum of 32 points overall. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 67 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Train at the cutting edge £50 million Birmingham Dental Hospital, the UK's first integrated dental hospital and school in nearly 40 years. English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,500 | £28,000 | £28,500 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £28,500 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £32,000 | £38,500 |
UK subject average: £50,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 43% below UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£50,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 36% below UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£50,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-04-06 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
70%
Overall
Teaching on my course
91%Learning opportunities
89%Assessment and feedback
76%Academic support
76%Organisation and management
32%Learning resources
73%Student voice
55%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham offers Dental Hygiene and Therapy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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