Course overview
Bachelor of Dental Surgery is a professional programme for students interested in oral health, dentistry and clinical practice.
| Typical duration | 4 academic years plus internship |
|---|---|
| Entry route | 10+2 science and applicable entrance requirements |
| Core focus | Dental sciences, clinical skills and patient care |
| Progression | Practice, MDS, public health or administration |
Understanding the course
BDS education covers oral medicine, pathology, surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, conservative dentistry and public health dentistry.
Admission and eligibility
Applicants generally require a recognised 10+2 qualification with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology and English. Entrance, percentile, age and counselling rules should be checked for the current admission cycle.
Career pathways
After completing the required internship and registration, graduates may pursue dental practice, hospital roles, teaching after further experience, government opportunities or postgraduate study.
Eligibility, fees, seat availability and regulatory requirements change. Confirm current information with the relevant university, counselling body and professional regulator before applying.