Dental Nursing (New College Lanarkshire)
Award
BSc
Duration & study mode
3 years full-time
School
Health & Life Sciences
Ucas code
B951
Course starting dates
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New College Lanarkshire: September
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The BSc Dental Nursing is delivered via the Undergraduate School, a unique partnership between UWS and New College Lanarkshire.
The BSc Dental Nursing prepares potential graduates to begin the study of dental nursing as a discipline. This is a full-time, 3-year UWS-approved programme of study, delivered at New College Lanarkshire (NCL), Coatbridge.
Students on the BSc Dental Nursing will study at the state-of-the-art dental facility at NCL Coatbridge campus and, as UWS students, will have access to UWS facilities.
UWS has experience of delivering a range of professional health programmes. NCL has over 30 years of experience in offering dental nursing programmes nationally and internationally. The course is designed to be practical in nature and up-to-date equipment, teaching methods and simulation facilities are used. At the heart of the degree is a commitment to excellence in education and patient care. You will be joining an award-winning learning community where you will be taught by experienced staff dedicated to providing personalised learning, guidance, and mentorship to help you thrive academically and professionally.
Dental nursing graduates can pursue roles as dental nurses in various settings including:
As a graduate of this course, you may also choose to pursue to further their education by enrolling in postgraduate programmes, such as a Master of Science (MSc) in Nursing, Master of Public Health.
By staying informed about industry trends, and networking with potential employers, dental nursing graduates can enhance their employment prospects and explore fulfilling career paths in the field of dental healthcare.
You will develop knowledge and skills related to the role of a dental nurse as you undertake the following modules:
You will also be required to complete supervised clinical placements to gain practical experience in a dental practice setting. Following successful completion of Year 1, you will be qualified as a dental nurse and must register with the General Dental Council.
You will develop knowledge and skills as you undertake the following modules:
Supervised clinical placement will continue to develop practical experience in a dental practice setting.
You will develop knowledge and skills as you undertake the following modules:
Supervised clinical placement will continue to develop practical experience in a dental practice setting
If you are applying only to the BSc Dental Nursing programme, please apply directly to UWS.
If you are applying to more than one programme, please apply via UCAS.
£1,820 cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS*)
£9,535 per year of study (4 years of study for the price of 3 years)
£9,535 per year of study (4 years of study for the price of 3 years)
£15,500 per year of study
Estimated cost per year of study.
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