This degree is professionally accredited by the General Dental Council. It entitles graduates to practice anywhere in the UK and in many other countries.

At Newcastle, our work has worldwide impact. You'll be taught by some of the top academics and internationally renowned experts in their field.

You'll study and practice in world-class facilities including our hi-tech Clinical Simulation Unit. You'll also attend lectures and clinics in purpose-built facilities at one of the largest integrated teaching and hospital complexes in the country.

This course involves high levels of clinical practice in our specialist clinics, alongside theoretical aspects of dentistry, covering:

• human structure
• function
• behaviour
• clinical dental studies
• related sciences

You could go into:

• general practice – most graduates initially join a Dental Foundation Programme where you will join an established practice and work with a trainer who will guide you in those early months
• publicly funded services – the Community Dental Service is a complimentary service to the general dental services. Dental Officers working in this publicly funded service provide dental care for those people either unwilling or unable to obtain care elsewhere
• teaching students in universities
• providing specialist care in hospitals