Dental Therapy

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one of which must be biology. Pending A-level qualifications will be considered. We do not consider AS level grades when making decisions.

Duty of Care

The University has an obligation to undertake health screening of all prospective dental students. Any offer of a place is conditional on completion of a health questionnaire AND a satisfactory assessment of fitness to train from the University’s Occupational Health Service. This includes some obligatory immunisations AND blood tests, in line with recommendations from the Department of Health. All students also need to undergo an enhanced DBS check before admittance to the programme.

The University has an obligation to undertake health screening of all prospective dental students. Any offer of a place is conditional on completion of a health questionnaire and a satisfactory assessment of fitness to train from the University’s Occupational Health Service. This includes some obligatory immunisations and blood tests, in line with recommendations from the Department of Health. All students also need to undergo an enhanced DBS check before admittance to the programme.

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Entry requirements

The qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course.

Prior to applying for a place on Dental Therapy BSc (Hons) course, applicants should read our admissions information.

Do you accept A level resit applications for Dental Therapy?

Applications from those who have taken resit exams will be considered, however priority will be given to those who have completed their study in one sitting after two years of study.

Will it affect my application if I retake some of my A level modules but still complete my A levels in 2 years?

Module resits taken within the normal 2 year A level period e.g. an AS module retaken in the A2 year would be acceptable.

I do not have the GCSEs or A levels listed on the website will I still be considered for undergraduate study?

No, applications are only considered if all academic criteria is met.

If I accept an offer to another degree ie; biomedical, pharmacy can I transfer onto the Dental Therapy course?

No we do not accept transfers onto the BSc.

I have not achieved good grades in my AS exams does this matter?

We do not consider AS levels when looking at applications

Will it affect my application if I resit AS exams because my grades are not good?

If you do the resits while studying for your A levels then this will not affect your application.

Qualification

A levels

You may automatically qualify for reduced entry requirements through our contextual offers scheme. Based on your personal circumstances, you may automatically qualify for up to a two-grade reduction in the entry requirements needed for this course. When you apply, we consider a range of factors – such as where you live – to assess if you’re eligible for a grade reduction. You don’t have to make an application for a grade reduction – we’ll do all the work.

Find out more about how we make reduced grade offers.

If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be able to complete a foundation year which would allow you to progress to this course.

Available foundation years:

Foundation to Dental Therapy (Year 0)

BSc (Hons)

T levels

T levels are not currently accepted.

We use GCSE grades when shortlisting for interview so it is important to provide full details of these examinations and failure to do so will lead to rejection of the application. All applicants must have 6 GCSEs at grade C/5 or above which must include English Language, Maths and Science. A Science subject must be offered from the following list: Biology, Human Biology, Modular Biology, Dual Science Award, Human Physiology, Chemistry or Physics. Applicants should distinguish between full and short courses on their application form. Two short courses will be counted in lieu of one full course. Functional skills will not be considered as an alternative to GCSE Maths or English Language. Vocational/Applied GCSEs will not be considered. We do not accept GCSE Maths Numeracy BTEC Science will not be considered as an alternative to a GCSE in Science. The GCSE requirements should be in place at the time of application. We are unable to consider pending grades at GCSE.

Subject requirements

A level Biology is required. The other A level subjects may be from the Arts or Sciences. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Vocational/Applied A levels are not accepted. For applicants from England, where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma

Not accepted

International Baccalaureate

33 points in total with subjects at higher level 6, 5, 5 to include Biology

Irish Leaving Certificate

Would be considered

Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher

BB to include Biology

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced

The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge can be considered in place of a third A level, one of the A levels to include Biology with overall grades of ABB.

Applicants offering Access to Higher Education Diplomas should present from courses with significant Biology and Chemistry content at level 3. Candidates are expected to achieve a distinction in 45 credits at level 3. For the full Access course requirements please read the admissions information on the following web page: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/dentistry/study/undergraduate/bscindentaltherapy2025entryb750/

Work Experience Requirements

Evidence required

International qualifications

Select your country or region to view specific entry requirements.

Many countries have a different education system to that of the UK, meaning your qualifications may not meet our entry requirements.

Alternative entry requirements

If your qualification isn't listed here, or you're taking a combination of qualifications, contact us for advice

Applications from mature students are welcome.

English language requirements

You'll need to demonstrate competence in the use of English language, unless you’re from a

majority English speaking country.

We accept a variety of

international language tests

and country-specific qualifications.

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component below 7.0

TOEFL iBT

If you took a TOEFL test on or before 20 January 2026, you’ll need 100 overall, with minimum scores of listening 24, writing 24, reading 24 and speaking 26. If you took a TOEFL test from 21 January 2026 onwards, when a new scoring system was introduced, you’ll need 5 overall, with 5 or above in all components. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted.

Pearson PTE Academic

69 overall, with no component below 69

Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500

Grade B overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking and listening. Speaking and listening must be separately endorsed on the certificate.

Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0990

Grade 6 overall, with Merit in speaking and listening

Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0510/0511

0510: Grade B overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0511: Grade B overall.

Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0993/0991

0993: Grade 6 overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0991: Grade 6 overall.

International Baccalaureate English A: Literature or Language & Literature

Grade 6 at Standard Level or grade 6 at Higher Level

International Baccalaureate English B

Grade 7 at Higher Level

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