Dental Technology (top-up)

University of Greater Manchester
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 1 Year Biomedical sciencesBiology

About this course

If you’ve already completed a UK dental technology foundation degree or HND, our BSc (Hons) Dental Technology (top-up) course offers you the honours-level skills needed to advance your career. Our Centre for Dental Sciences includes state-of-the-art dental laboratories with the latest technology and specialist equipment.

The University of Bolton is home to the newest dental education department in England. Our Centre for Dental Science offers state-of-the-art facilities and knowledgeable, professional staff committed to delivering a varied curriculum of theoretical, practical and transferable material. We’ll support you to enhance your existing foundation degree or HND-level knowledge and skills, ready to achieve the status of BSc (Hons) Dental Technology (top-up) graduate.

Our honours-level programme gives you the opportunity to study advanced dental technology techniques and gain academic skills in research and evidence-based learning. You’ll have the chance to consider the manufacture of complex dental appliances and get hands-on with the latest equipment in our specialised laboratories, extending your practical skills and understanding of the biomechanics and biomaterials science behind dental appliance design.

We’re dedicated to coaching the next generation of dental technicians in the knowledge and competencies required to compete and exceed in this sought-after profession. Strongly employer informed, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of advanced dental technology and oral biomedical science.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Bolton

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Bolton

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
3213 Medical and dental technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2259 Other health professionals
2254 Medical radiographers

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Bolton
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Biomedical sciences, Biology