Undergraduate

We aim to train high-quality dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists by providing excellent student support, state-of-the-art facilities, and teaching guided by the latest research in the field.

Undergraduate courses

Undergraduate

Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Higher Education Diploma

2026-27
/ April start
UCAS code DENU103
27 months
/ Full-time
Accredited

Gain professional accreditation as a dental hygienist and dental therapist with this 27-month full-time course, starting in April. You’ll learn alongside dental surgery students in a way that prepares you for the realities of working in a dental practice, and our outreach programme means you can treat patients of all ages and backgrounds in real work environments.
Undergraduate

Dental Surgery BDS

2026-27
/ September start
A Levels AAA
UCAS code A200
5 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Learn the theory of dental science and the value of evidence-based dentistry while acquiring the practical skills to apply that knowledge in a clinical setting.

Our selection process

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Dental Surgery selection process (2026 entry)

Find out about our application, screening and interview process, and how we make offers.
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Clinical requirements

We have a series of clinical requirements for students on our clinical courses. Before accepting an offer of a place, you must confirm that you will comply with these requirements.

Dentistry at Sheffield

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Our facilities 
A dentistry student
Meet our students 
Dental outreach training
Outreach training 

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Come to our next Open Day to learn more about studying a dental undergraduate course in Sheffield.

Open days

Register your interest

Interested in studying at the University of Sheffield? We'd love to keep you informed about our events for prospective students and information about what studying here is like.

Undergraduate study: register your interest

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Prospective students can start a conversation with us to get the answers you need.

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