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Universities Australia Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus Courses Bachelor Of Dental Technology

Bachelor Of Dental Technology

Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus

Southport, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 38,500
Country Rank-
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

This degree is ideal for students who like to work behind the scenes creating and manufacturing dentures, crowns, bridges and orthodontic appliances but not fitting the final denture or appliance to the patient. It suits students who like working with their hands, can pay attention to detail and prefer not to work directly with the patient. Dental Technologists (or Dental Technicians as they are often referred to) are highly skilled members of the dental team. They combine art and science skills to construct custom-made dental devices to replace, restore and correct defects that may affect our facial appearance and the ability to use our teeth properly.

Course Content
Modules:
- Introduction to Dental Technology
- Foundational Anatomy and Physiology
- Applied Oral Biology 1
- Communication and Culture
Entry Requirement
Admission to the Bachelor of Dental Technology (for International students) will be determined by the following criteria:
- Academic achievement in Year 12 or equivalent.
- Demonstration of English proficiency.
Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fee
$37,000 (80 CP)

The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters). The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Career Prospect
As a Dental Technologist (or Dental Technician as they are often referred to) you will find employment with Dental Technicians, Dentists, Dental Prosthetists, Prosthodontists, Orthodontists, Periodontists, and Oral Surgeons in the public or private health sectors. Working to referring dental practitioners and specialists prescriptions. You will be able to design and construct appliances according to international standards that meet individual patients needs. You will work with a wide range of materials and techniques such as: gold, porcelain, plastic and lost wax technique and CAD-CAM (Computer Aided Design/Manufacturing). You may see patients to record the colour, shape and characteristics of existing teeth.

Cost Of Studying At Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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