Bachelor of Oral Health Science

Learn how to provide essential oral healthcare with La Trobe's accredited Bachelor of Oral Health Science. Studying in an inter- and intradisciplinary setting, you'll develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school.Develop your understanding of oral health promotion, and the prevention and treatment of oral diseases. Get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria and treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians. Your scope of practice includes dental therapy treatments to patients of all ages.Apply evidence-based knowledge to oral health issues and problems,Design, execute and evaluate health-promoting programs that benefit the oral health of individuals and diverse communities,Plan effective and efficient oral health care based on scientific evidence to minimise invasive dentistry,Critically evaluate clinical and behavioural interventions designed to meet the oral health needs of individuals, families and communitiesCritically evaluate clinical and behavioural interventions designed to meet the oral health needs of individuals, families and communities

Subject prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.