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Core Courses: The program may include core courses that provide a foundation in dental hygiene theory, oral health assessment, dental hygiene techniques, and patient care. These courses may cover topics such as dental anatomy and physiology, periodontics, dental radiography, dental materials, and oral health promotion.

Clinical Practice: Dental Hygiene programs typically include hands-on clinical practice where students gain practical experience in providing dental hygiene care. This may involve working in a simulated dental clinic or a real clinical setting under the supervision of licensed dental hygienists or dentists.

Oral Health Education: Students may learn how to educate and counsel patients on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and overall oral health. They may also learn about community oral health promotion and participate in community outreach programs.

Dental Hygiene Research: Students may be introduced to research methods and participate in dental hygiene research projects. This could involve conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting research findings.

Professional Practice and Ethics: Students may learn about professional ethics, legal considerations, and the scope of practice for dental hygienists. They may also study topics related to dental hygiene practice management, infection control, and professional communication.

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it