UCC has been named as one of the world's top universities for the study of 20 subjects, according to the latest edition of the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject..
Dentistry in UCC has a small class size (approx. 45 people per year), bringing all the students closer together.
It is a 5 year programme, where the first 2 years are focused on pre-clinical studies, and the final 3 years on clinical training..
Becoming a dentist involves at least five years' study at dental school, followed by one or two years of supervised practice.
Most entrants will require three As at A-level, although one year pre-dental courses are offered by some dental schools..
Medicine at UCC offers the following: A rich tradition of teaching, research, and scholarship: our Medical degrees are internationally recognised and held in high regard..
On October 1, 1971, the College attained the status of a full and independent University, with the authority to confer its own degrees, diplomas and certificates by an Act of Parliament - The University of Cape Coast Act, 1971 [Act 390] and subsequently the University of Cape Coast Law, 1992 [PNDC Law 278]..
A-level: AAA including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics.
SQA Advanced Higher: AA in Chemistry and either Biology, Physics or Mathematics, and Standard Higher: AAAAB.
GCSEs: 7 or A in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent. 4 or C in GCSE English or equivalent..
Students who graduate from University College Cork (UCC) or Trinity College Dublin (TCD) after December 5th, 2012 will be accepted for licensing in Canada as graduates of an accredited dental educational program and do not need to meet other educational requirements typically required of graduates of non-Canadian Dental schools.
If you are from outside the EU/EFTA/UK, apply online via the UCC Apply portal.
See our International Office page for more information.
The UCC BDS in Dentistry offers a path to a career in the practice of oral health care and provides education in terms of performing high-standard clinical procedures.
Students graduate with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree and the knowledge, skills and experience to enter independent practice as competent dental professionals.
In order to apply to the 5-year program at University College Cork (UCC) you must have your Bachelor’s Degree completed no later than August of the year of proposed entry.
Students enter dental settings in clinic and operating rooms, and gain first-hand experience in treating their own patients under the supervision of well-trained staff.
The UCC dental program has a highly favorable ratio of dental staff to students, ensuring that all students receive individual mentor-ship.
