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James Cook University (JCU)

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

  • Bachelor

Learn to effectively assess the oral health and preventative care requirements of individuals and communities with a JCU Dentistry degree. Formulate, implement and evaluate diagnoses, management and referral plans, particularly within the unique and diverse context of the Tropics.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Fees
$10,794 per year / $53,970 total

About this course

Learn to effectively assess the oral health and preventative care requirements of individuals and communities with a JCU Dentistry degree. Formulate, implement and evaluate diagnoses, management and referral plans, particularly within the unique and diverse context of the Tropics. Advance your skills through hands-on learning in JCU's on-site dental clinics and clinical simulation laboratory.

Entry requirements

English (Units 3/4,C), Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C)

Recommended Knowledge

Biology (Units 3/4,C)

Study locations

Cairns

Career pathways

JCU Dental Surgery graduates are healthcare practitioners who are sought-after in a variety of healthcare settings.

Graduates pursue careers as dentists in various areas including private practice, hospitals, community health services, The Australian Defence Force, education, or research.

This course is accredited by the Australian Dental Council (ADC) and graduates can apply for membership of the Dental Board of Australia.

How to apply

Note the course QTAC code for the location you've chosen. You'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.

Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.

In addition to applying through QTAC, you must submit an online application to JCU by 30 September.

ATAR score is indicative only. Entry scores will be finalised in the major offer round.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Dentistry courses at James Cook University (JCU).
90.5%
Overall satisfaction
92.1%
Skill scale
58.7%
Teaching scale
96.6%
Employed full-time
$104.4k
Average salary