The Dental Programme leads to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and extends over five years. The Pre-Clinical phase spans two years and utilises a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) methodology. The three clinical years leading to graduation, involve supervised patient management and prevention of oral and dental diseases. Upon the successful completion of the DDS degree, graduates are required to follow a programme in General Dentistry for a period of 12 months prior to certification by the Dental Council as being eligible for full registration to practice dentistry.
CSEC Minimum passes: 5
CSEC Mandatory: English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
CAPE Minimum passes: 3
CAPE Mandatory: Biology, Chemistry
Alternative Qualifications:
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Passes at Levels I & II in Chemistry, Biology and any other subject in the Pre-Science programme (Faculty of Science and Technology).
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A triple major Associate Degree in Science from an approved Community College with a GPA greater than 3.5
Transfer applicants or applicants holding first degrees from other faculties – please see matriculation regulations set out in the latest version of the faculty’s Undergraduate Handbook: https://sta.uwi.edu/faculty-booklet-archive.
Career Opportunities: Public and Private Dental Hospitals or Clinics; Private Practice; Academia