Bachelor of Oral Health (BOralH)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2017
Faculty
Location
Herston, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Oral Health.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
2/98
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
743002 - B Oral Health
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and Biological Science.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 9452
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Dentistry
Email: dentistry@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 8022
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2017
Faculty
Location
Herston, St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Oral Health.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and Biological Science. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 061815M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 44000
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Oral Health?
The University of Queensland Dental School is the oldest and most established dental school in Queensland and has been located at Turbot Street, Brisbane since 1941. In 2013, the School is scheduled to move to the new Oral Health Centre at the UQ Herston campus. The Centre will be Australia's largest and most advanced tertiary oral health facility, combining research, education, training, and specialist expertise in patient care. Teaching facilities will include clinical simulation areas, pre-clinical laboratories, lecture/seminar rooms, and research laboratories.
The BOralH program was the first bachelors degree program for dental auxiliary training to be offered in Australia. It has been fully accredited by the Australian Dental Council and has been considered the benchmark for similar tertiary programs in other Australian universities. This program qualifies graduates to work as oral health therapists, dental therapists, dental hygienists and in health promotion.
What you can study
The first year of study provides students with knowledge in oral biosciences and biomedical foundations in oral health. It emphasises the importance of prevention as a goal and introduces clinical practice. In second year, courses develop the knowledge and clinical skills needed for the care of individual patients. Students apply their knowledge of dental diseases to dental therapy and dental hygiene practice. Third year students extend their clinical experience and focus on the provision of care to groups with special needs, and on oral health for communities and population groups. Throughout the program, courses explore the principles and philosophies underlying health promotion for individuals and the community.
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Oral Health.
Placement courses
Students undertake clinical work at the Oral Health Education Unit (Queensland Health) as well as the UQ Dental School. Supervised visits are also made to aged care facilities, primary schools and childcare centres.
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
743002 - B Oral Health
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and Biological Science.
Additional application information
Students should note that completion of all or part of this program does not permit direct entry into the Bachelor of Dental Science.
Dental Board of Australia policy prevents oral health therapists, dental hygienists and dental therapists carrying blood-borne viruses from undertaking invasive procedures, the definition of which includes most aspects of clinical dentistry. Students are required to provide serological evidence of their status with respect to blood-borne transmissible viruses (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV).
Students are required to complete a First Aid certificate by first semester census date in year 1. Annual cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) recertification required in years 2 and 3. Tuberculosis (TB) screening is also required in accordance with Queensland Health recommendations.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing clinical work and must also undertake a police check for criminal history for aged care visits.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and Biological Science. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Additional application requirements
Early offers may be made to exceptional candidates if applications are received by 31 May. All other applications will continue to be considered for further offers following the final closing date of 31 October.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 061815M
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - October 31 of the previous year.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 9452
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 44000
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course (approx $65 annually)
- Dental loupes (from $700)
- Dental instruments kit ($700)
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
- Laptop computer ($1,500-$2,000).
- Head-mounted LED light ($400-$700)
- Learn-a-Prep block ($60)
- Police check for criminal history ($45)
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Oral Health
Careers
Graduates will work in positions such as:
- Oral health therapists;
- Dental therapists;
- Dental hygienists; and
- Health promotion.
Some teaching positions in the undergraduate program are occasionally available.
To find out more about where a career in Oral Health can take you, visit the www.uq.edu.au/health/careers
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Dental Hygienists Association of Australia
- Dental & Oral Health Therapist Association of Queensland
Accreditation body
- Australian Dental Council
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Oral Health
To complete the Bachelor of Oral Health, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #48 from Part A of the BOralH List. Refer to BOralH rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Oral Health.
