BDS Gateway to Dentistry (A208)

About BDS Gateway to Dentistry
This course is aimed at students who have the potential to become dentists but do not meet the academic entry criteria to apply directly to the five-year BDS Dentistry course. It is a widening participation initiative for UK students who fulfil specific criteria.
The course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the basic sciences that underpin the study of dentistry and to foster professional behaviours and attitudes. Dental work experience forms part of the course. Successful completion of this year will enable you to progress to BDS Dentistry.
You can expect continuous assessment and feedback, plus formal examinations around January and June.
Successful students will then join the five-year BDS Dentistry course.
Eligibility
Please note: This course is open to applicants from specific schools and colleges in the UK only. Further information and lists of the eligible schools and colleges can be found on the admissions statement.
Health and Disclosure and Barring Service check
Certain health conditions may be incompatible with careers in dentistry. Before starting your degree you will need to complete a health assessment questionnaire and pre-course screening for blood-borne viruses. These blood tests are to identify the few whose health status may place them and/or future patients at risk.
In accordance with General Dental Council guidelines on fitness to practise, all dental students are required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with other health-related courses in the UK.