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BDS Dental Science

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of the Witwatersrand

Program Overview

Modern dentistry has moved beyond the scope of the drilling and filling of the past. Today, dentists manage diseases and abnormalities of the face, jaws, joints, and soft tissue lining of the mouth.The Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) is a five-year, full-time course. Years 1 to 3 focus on bioethics, health law, and dental sciences. Years 4 and 5 focus on understanding the medical, dental, social, and community context of dental clinical practice.

Program Key Stats

R70440 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Your matric academic results for 5 subjects: English, Mathematics, Physical Science/Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. We consider the percentage achieved, not the symbol.National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores, English Home Language OR First Additional Language: Level 5, Mathematics: Level 5, Life Sciences: Level 5

Career Options

  • Orthodontist
  • Dental Assistants
  • Dental Hygienists
  • General Dentist (DDS)

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