Becoming a Dentist Online distance learning
Decide if a dentistry career is right for you. Explore everything from the university application process to daily dentist duties.
- Length: 2 weeks; 2 hours per week
- Start date: anytime
- Introductory: leads to further study options
Why this course
Intended learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the main activities of a dentist and the dental team and the qualities a dentist needs to be able to carry out their roles
- Explain the impact of COVID-19 on the provision of dental treatment
- Understand the application process and the requirements for entry
- Understand what's involved in studying dentistry at university, what university study involves and explore this through the experiences of current students
- Explore the connections between oral and general health
- Explore what it takes to be a dentist, what you'll study as a dental student, what careers are open to you on graduation, how COVID-19 has impacted dentistry and the connections between oral and general health
How to register
The course is hosted on an external learning platform, Coursera.
Register nowRegistration for this course is free, with free time-limited access to content: charges may apply for additional features and extended study.
