{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours)", "advertisedTitle": "Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours)", "totalCreditPoints": 600, "offerYear": 2027, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Bendigo", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "0100799", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": true, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": {"120":["Diploma of Preventive Care"],"240":["Associate Degree of Interprofessional Practice"]} }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2027)", "duration": "5 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>Build a career helping others with La Trobe's Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours). Develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school and be ready to practice after just five years in this accredited Honours degree.<\/p><p>Understand the foundations of dental science and get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria. You&#39;ll treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians and work to improve oral health through prevention, education and clinical care.<\/p><p>If you'd like to explore further research and develop a specialisation, you can also complete a community-based project or research project, which can lead to a doctorate.<\/p><p>You&#39;ll learn:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Preclinical oral health<\/strong><ul><li>Develop your knowledge of preventive, periodontal and restorative procedures. On graduation, you&#39;ll be competent in basic preclinical skills including dental materials, infection control, OH&amp;S, instrumentation and dental procedures.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Medicine for dentistry<\/strong><ul><li>Learn to take a comprehensive medical history and understand its role in safe oral healthcare. Understand how therapeutic drugs are used to manage medical conditions.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Clinical practice<\/strong><ul><li>Discover how to diagnose and plan care for patients. Improve your communication and treatment skills while learning to manage patients in a clinical setting.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Prosthodontics<\/strong><ul><li>Learn the principles of fixed prosthodontics and apply them in practice during your clinical placement.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 \u2013 Bachelor Degree Honours.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "<p><span>Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.<\/span><\/p>", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "<div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-0\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Behavioural and relational skills<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-0\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to manage their own responses and behaviour to work effectively in a range of learning environments with diverse people and tasks. This includes the capacity to be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Students should also be able to work with others in a team or group environment and make and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to complete tasks or for professional practice.<br \/><br \/>See also <a href=\"https:\/\/policies.latrobe.edu.au\/document\/view.php?id=60\">Student behaviours policy<\/a> for more information.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p><em>Behavioural stability is required to work individually and in teams in a program of study in dentistry. Students must demonstrate behavioural stability to work objectively and professionally in diverse and changing academic and clinical settings.<\/em><\/p><p><em> <\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Manage own emotions and behaviour effectively when dealing with diverse individuals in a variety of (non-) clinical setting.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Communicate effectively with patients, staff and other clinicians in a work and study environment. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Be able to manage personal responses, beliefs or preferences in order to develop effective patient relationships.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Comply with the requirement for student registration with the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Registration-Standards.aspx\"><em>Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Comply with relevant child protection and safety legislation.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Dentistry is a profession governed by the Dental Board of Australia. Students must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet the registration standards from the dental board (<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Registration-Standards.aspx\"><em>registration standards<\/em><\/a><em>) and their ability to meet the <\/em><em>professional competencies of the new qualified dentist<\/em><em>.<\/em><\/p><p><em>Student demonstrates knowledge of, and understanding of the requirements of ethical behaviour in practice, as described in the different <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dentalboard.gov.au\/Codes-Guidelines\/Policies-Codes-Guidelines.aspx\"><em>policies, codes and guidelines<\/em><\/a><em> from the Dental Board of Australia and the<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpra.gov.au\/\"><em> Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Cognition<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-1\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to locate, acquire, retain and apply knowledge as part of their learning and for assessment. They must have the ability to sustain their attention over a designated period, maintain their focus in a variety of learning environments and remember information long enough to complete tasks in a reasonable and safe timeframe.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><br \/><strong><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><em>Apply acquired knowledge of policy and procedures in the clinical setting.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Demonstrate the ability to focus on information provided by a patient in order to determine and apply appropriate and safe care in a timely fashion.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Demonstrate the ability to accurately record clinical findings and other observations in relevant clinical notes. <\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Sensory (visual, auditory, tactile, olfaction)<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-2\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Observe using multiple inputs (senses) patient symptoms and behaviours, including non-verbal communication, in order to provide effective patient care and safety.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Use sufficient visual acuity to demonstrate the required range of skills, through the performance of relevant tasks and assessments whilst maintaining consistent, accurate and safe care to self and others.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Observe and detect subtle change in teeth and gums. <\/em><\/li><li><em>Perform tactile assessments and observations fundamental to safe and effective oral health and dental practice.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-3\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Strength and mobility<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-3\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Gross motor skills: Students should possess the strength, range of motion, coordination and mobility sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/>Fine motor skills: Students should possess the manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><em>Students must be able to:<\/em><\/p><ul><li><em>Gross motor skills are needed to maintain own and patient's balance while safely supporting clients with specific special needs into the dental chair.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Safely retrieve and utilise stock and equipment in practice or during oral health promotion events.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><em>Safely and effectively use<\/em><em> equipment and tools to perform dental procedures as they progress through their course and in professional contexts. For example, administering<\/em> <em>local anaesthetics via injection.<\/em><\/li><li><em>Demonstrate sufficient fine motor skills to perform, coordinate and prioritise. This includes being able to grasp, press, push, turn, squeeze and manipulate equipment and\/or individuals to safely perform tasks.<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><em>Provide consistent clinical and non-clinical care within a set reasonable and safe<\/em> <em>time frame, that can vary, in clinical or non-clinical settings<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>", "engReq": "<p><span>7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.<\/span><\/p><br><p>IELTS is the only English Proficiency test accepted for entry into this course.<\/p>", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours), students must complete a total of 600 credit points across 5 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab3\" id=\"tab3trigger\" >Year 3<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab4\" id=\"tab4trigger\" >Year 4<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab5\" id=\"tab5trigger\" >Year 5<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab3\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab3trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 3 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>105 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab4\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab4trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 4 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>105 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab5\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab5trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 5 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>90 credit points<\/b> from Capstone<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1DSA\" target=\"_blank\">DENTAL SCIENCE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1DSA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1DSB\" target=\"_blank\">DENTAL SCIENCE B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1DSB<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1001\" target=\"_blank\">ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1002\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL ORAL HEALTH SIMULATED PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1RAE\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH AND EVIDENCE IN PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1RAE<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1RCE\" target=\"_blank\">RURAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1RCE<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1SKA\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1SKA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN1SKB\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN1SKB<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2MDA\" target=\"_blank\">GENERAL MEDICINE A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2MDA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT2IEP\" target=\"_blank\">INTEGRATING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT2IEP<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2MED\" target=\"_blank\">MEDICINE FOR DENTISTRY<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2MED<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2001\" target=\"_blank\">ORAL HEALTH PROMOTION<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2001<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2002\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS 2A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2002<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2003\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS 2B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2003<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2004\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 2A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2004<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN2005\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 2B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN2005<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3004\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL DENTISTRY 1<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3004<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3001\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATION SKILLS IN REMOVABLE PROSTHODONTICS<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3001<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3003\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3003<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3OPM\" target=\"_blank\">ORAL PATHOLOGY AND ORAL MEDICINE<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3OPM<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3002\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS 3<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3002<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3005\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 3A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3005<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN3006\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 3B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN3006<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4PSD\" target=\"_blank\">PRECLINICAL SKILLS D<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4PSD<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4001\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 4A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4001<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4002\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 4B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4002<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4003\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL DENTISTRY 2<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4003<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4004\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL DENTISTRY 3<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4004<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5001\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 5A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5001<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5002\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE 5B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5002<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-5\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core choice subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-5\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT4PPP\" target=\"_blank\">PROJECT PLANNING AND PREPARATION<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT4PPP<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT4RPP\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH PROJECT PLANNING<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT4RPP<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4IPA\" target=\"_blank\">DENTISTRY INDUSTRY PROJECT A<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4IPA<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN4RPA\" target=\"_blank\">DENTISTRY RESEARCH PROJECT<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN4RPA<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5IPB\" target=\"_blank\">DENTISTRY INDUSTRY PROJECT B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5IPB<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5RPB\" target=\"_blank\">DENTISTRY RESEARCH PROJECT B<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5RPB<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-6\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Capstone subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-6\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5003\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL DENTISTRY 4<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5003<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/DEN5004\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL DENTISTRY 5<\/a><\/td> <td> DEN5004<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-8\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-8\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core choice <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-8\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-8\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements. <\/p> <p> Students to select one learning pathway from the list below. <\/p> <p> <u>Stream<\/u> <\/p> <ul> <li>Industry honours<\/li> <li>Research honours<\/li><\/ul> <p>For more information on these please refer to the <a href=https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/HHDSB target='_blank'>La Trobe University Handbook<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Office of the Provost Placements and WBL Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/HHDSB\" target='_blank'>Bendigo<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Demonstrate advanced knowledge and clinical skills in accordance with the Australian Dental Council's Professional Competencies of the Newly Qualified Dentist<\/li><li>Communicate and engage with patients, their families and other health professionals in a professional and responsible manner<\/li><li>Appraise and apply legal, ethical and professional responsibilities of a practicing dentist<\/li><li>Critically evaluate dental practice and current research to ensure an evidence based approach to dental practice<\/li><li>Evaluate appropriate strategies for oral disease prevention, health maintenance and health promotion and apply them to individuals and diverse communities<\/li><li>Perform a comprehensive clinical examination including special tests to effect a diagnosis and appropriate management plan including appropriate referral in complex situations<\/li><li>Provide effective and appropriate management of patients, independently and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>Graduate ready to practice dentistry in a variety of different spheres, including:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Public sector<\/strong><ul><li>Hospitals, public dental clinics and health education centres all need general dental practitioners.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Private practice<\/strong><ul><li>You can practice dentistry in privately owned clinics or as a self-employed dentist.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Research<\/strong><ul><li>The research pathway of this course offers you an opportunity to go on to complete a PhD and pursue an academic career, or take on postgraduate specialities like orthodontics.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC). Graduates of the Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) may be eligible to apply for registration with the Dental Board of Australia. Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "A$83 600 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "A$83 600 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Equipment<\/h4><p><p>Dentistry equipment and protective clothing at a cost of approximately AUD$5000 - AUD$6000. These items may be purchased from any supplier and remain the students' personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>First aid\/CPR certificate<\/h4><p><p>First Aid and\/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.<br \/><br \/>Depending on a students immunisation history, the overall costs for vaccination may be up to AUD$1030. Students are responsible for all costs incurred. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check. For information please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service.vic.gov.au\/services\/national-disability-insurance-scheme\" rel=\"nofollow\">Services Victoria<\/a> website. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Uniform and badge<\/h4><p><p>Students should allow approximately AUD$150 for a uniform and name badge. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; however La Trobe University branded uniform must be purchased from a university approved vendor. These items remain the student's personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": false, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": null }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/student-latrobe.studylink.com", "text": "Apply now" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/s\/home-international", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Develop your practice in just five years<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications now open<\/h3>\r\n<ul><li>Develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school.<\/li><li>Understand the foundations of dental science and get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria.<\/li><li>Treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians and work to improve oral health through prevention, education and clinical care.<\/li><li>Graduate ready to practice after just five years in this accredited Honours degree.<\/li><\/ul>\r\n", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications now open<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion. 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