Official Dental Hygiene and Therapy (Oral Health Science) 2023 Entry Thread

Hey Everyone!

I'm a qualified dental nurse with 5 years experience. This is my second time applying, but my first time with my official grades awarded (non-pending). I previously studied Philosophy at university and have just completed an Access to Higher Education in Health Science. I also have GCSE's and A-levels.

I'm applying for -
Essex
Portsmouth (Hygiene and Hygiene/Therapy)
Kings College London
LSBU

I was interviewed by 2 different unis last year but I fell short on one or two of my answers. I'm not too disheartened as it was my first time and I had no idea what to expect.

Original post by Agifford

Hey Everyone!

I'm a qualified dental nurse with 5 years experience. This is my second time applying, but my first time with my official grades awarded (non-pending). I previously studied Philosophy at university and have just completed an Access to Higher Education in Health Science. I also have GCSE's and A-levels.

I'm applying for -
Essex
Portsmouth (Hygiene and Hygiene/Therapy)
Kings College London
LSBU

I was interviewed by 2 different unis last year but I fell short on one or two of my answers. I'm not too disheartened as it was my first time and I had no idea what to expect.

Hi @Agifford...Thanks for your interest in studying at LSBU and good luck with your application! If you do have any questions, please do let me know :smile:

Kind regards,

Sindu- LSBU Team

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Aaishass

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Heyy! What unis is everyone applying to this year and with what qualifications? :smile:

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Ire_p

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hey guyss

this is my first time applying since i decided to change my course midway through 1st year. i’m a little scared though since this course is so competitive but i’m willing to give it a go.

i’m thinking of applying to cardiff, portsmouth, bristol, plymouth and birmingham for now😭
I have ABB in psychology, biology and sociology.
8 in English and 6 in Mathematics.

i’ve had a weeks work experience at my local dental practice before university and 400 recorded clinical hours at KCH (kings college hospital) during my 1st year at KCL.
Do you think i have a shot as many people are applying as qualified dental nurses?💕

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KingsDentalNurse

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Hi everyone, this would be my second time applying and I hope it would be my last.

Im applying with GCSE's, only A level Biology (currently studying), a dental nursing diploma and a health degree.

I am currently a dental nurse at a hospital and in total I have been nursing for 3 years.

I am applying for Dental Hygiene and Therapy at Portsmouth as well as Dental Hygiene at Portsmouth. Does anyone know if applying for these courses at the same uni would make me look like I don't know which one I want to do.

I am applying because I just really want to get onto the course in Portsmouth.

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Jada_anna

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Hey everyone! This will be my first year applying. I am currently almost finished completing a dental nursing apprenticeship(almost 2yrs experience) and just started my access to he science course. I have 10 GCSEs (grade 4-8) and A level sociology, art and history (BBB). I’m thinking of applying to QMUL, Portsmouth, LSBU, King’s or Essex (if I apply to Essex I will 100% be doing the top up year as I would like to do dental therapy). I’m nervous for the process but excited for what the future holds :smile:

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Jada_anna

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Original post by Jada_anna

Hey everyone! This will be my first year applying. I am currently almost finished completing a dental nursing apprenticeship(almost 2yrs experience) and just started my access to he science course. I have 10 GCSEs (grade 4-8) and A level sociology, art and history (BBB). I’m thinking of applying to QMUL, Portsmouth, LSBU, King’s or Essex (if I apply to Essex I will 100% be doing the top up year as I would like to do dental therapy). I’m nervous for the process but excited for what the future holds :smile:

I forgot to mention Birmingham aswell

Original post by Jada_anna

Hey everyone! This will be my first year applying. I am currently almost finished completing a dental nursing apprenticeship(almost 2yrs experience) and just started my access to he science course. I have 10 GCSEs (grade 4-8) and A level sociology, art and history (BBB). I’m thinking of applying to QMUL, Portsmouth, LSBU, King’s or Essex (if I apply to Essex I will 100% be doing the top up year as I would like to do dental therapy). I’m nervous for the process but excited for what the future holds :smile:

Hi @Jada_anna...Good luck with your applications. If you need any support please do not hesitate to contact our Course Enquiries Team on: [email protected]/02078157500. Please see the link below for more information about your course:

www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/course-finder/dental-hygiene-2022-23

Kind regards,

LSBU Team

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what unis are everyone applying for? xx

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Jada_anna

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Original post by Amiharrop03

what unis are everyone applying for? xx

QMUL, LSBU, Birmingham, Portsmouth and King’s or Essex (haven’t decided between those yet)

Wbu? x

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Original post by Jada_anna

QMUL, LSBU, Birmingham, Portsmouth and King’s or Essex (haven’t decided between those yet)

Wbu? x

I’m really not sure it’s stessing me out because I didn’t really want to move far away from my city but all the unis are so far, I’m thinking Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Portsmouth, kings xx

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Is anyone applying to Sheffield? x

Reply 15

nurimm

Can some one suggest me what type of interview questions the unis might ask?
Have anyone had any interviews where they had to do or make something with paper while being questioned?

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nurimm

Hello, May I ask which unis you applied last year? what were your grades for your access course?

Original post by username5948171

Hey Everyone!

I'm a qualified dental nurse with 5 years experience. This is my second time applying, but my first time with my official grades awarded (non-pending). I previously studied Philosophy at university and have just completed an Access to Higher Education in Health Science. I also have GCSE's and A-levels.

I'm applying for -
Essex
Portsmouth (Hygiene and Hygiene/Therapy)
Kings College London
LSBU

I was interviewed by 2 different unis last year but I fell short on one or two of my answers. I'm not too disheartened as it was my first time and I had no idea what to expect.

(edited 1 year ago)

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Original post by nurimm

Can some one suggest me what type of interview questions the unis might ask?
Have anyone had any interviews where they had to do or make something with paper while being questioned?

What course are you applying to? X

Reply 18

Daisydoo23!

Hello everyone, I am just wondering if anyone could help me please. I am a adult nurse with a first class degree but looking to apply to the Sheffield higher education diploma for dental hygiene and therapy but apparently it’s not longer a exception course so I wouldn’t be funded? Just wondering if anyone had any advice please?

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