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About the course
Build a career helping others with La Trobe's Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours). Develop your professional practice at Australia's largest rural health school and be ready to practice after just five years in this accredited Honours degree.Understand the foundations of dental science and get hands-on experience in clinical placements across regional Victoria. You'll treat patients under the supervision of experienced clinicians and work to improve oral health through prevention, education and clinical care.
Career outcome
Graduate ready to practice dentistry in a variety of different spheres, including:Public sectorHospitals, public dental clinics and health education centres all need general dental practitioners.Private practiceYou can practice dentistry in privately owned clinics or as a self-employed dentist.ResearchThe research pathway of this course offers you an opportunity to go on to complete a PhD and pursue an academic career, or take on postgraduate specialities like orthodontics. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.
Living Costs in Bendigo**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 896 - 1,185 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 783 - 1,035 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 351 - 464 |
Average Salary***
