Bachelor of Dental Technology (BDentTech) 36 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Otago |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

46,000 NZDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

DentistryMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

BDent

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where dental technicians make appliances to improve patients' appearance, speech, or ability to chew.


Dental technicians are a crucial part of the dental team. They use their understanding of dental material science, and their skills of design and fabrication, to recreate people's teeth.


The satisfaction comes from knowing you are the one that made it possible for that person to smile again.


Dental technology teaches you how to:

  • Design and construct artificial teeth and removable orthodontic appliances
  • Create appliances to meet each patient's needs
  • Make appliances from a wide range of materials including gold, porcelain, and acrylic
  • Work with a high level of responsibility and accuracy, as the product you make can affect a person's health and appearance
  • Visualise in 3D perspective and develop an eye for detail

Programme overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

BDent

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where dental technicians make appliances to improve patients' appearance, speech, or ability to chew.


Dental technicians are a crucial part of the dental team. They use their understanding of dental material science, and their skills of design and fabrication, to recreate people's teeth.


The satisfaction comes from knowing you are the one that made it possible for that person to smile again.


Dental technology teaches you how to:

  • Design and construct artificial teeth and removable orthodontic appliances
  • Create appliances to meet each patient's needs
  • Make appliances from a wide range of materials including gold, porcelain, and acrylic
  • Work with a high level of responsibility and accuracy, as the product you make can affect a person's health and appearance
  • Visualise in 3D perspective and develop an eye for detail

Admission Requirements

6+
120+
105+
50+
2.5+
120+
69.6+
80+
7+
24+
169+
25+
1190+
A university entrance qualification is essential for admission to the University of Otago for all types of programmes. You must also be at least 16 years of age by the first day of classes in your period of study and meet English language requirements.

3 Years
Feb

Domestic
9,500 NZD
International
46,000 NZD

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