Dental Surgery

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including Chemistry and Biology, taken at first sitting, after two years of study. We do not accept A level resits or consider applicants who have retaken either Year 12 or Year 13.

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.

Duty of Care

The University has an obligation to undertake health screening of all prospective dentistry 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.

Mature Students

Studying for a degree later in life can be highly rewarding AND our mature students are among some of our most successful. At Liverpool, we are committed to extending opportunities to all adults with the desire AND ability to succeed at university.

View our Mature Students AND Access courses pages for more information.

The University has an obligation to undertake health screening of all prospective dentistry 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.

Studying for a degree later in life can be highly rewarding and our mature students are among some of our most successful. At Liverpool, we are committed to extending opportunities to all adults with the desire and ability to succeed at university.

View our Mature Students and Access courses pages for more information.

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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 the Bachelor of Dental Surgery BDS course, applicants should read our admissions information.

Please note that all applicants are required to sit the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) in the year of application.

Do you accept A level resit applications for dentistry?

No, examinations should be taken in one sitting after two years of study, unless significant corroborated extenuating circumstances are submitted.

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.

Do you have a UCAT cut off score?

We do not have a set UCAT cut-off score as this figure will change every year. A score of Band 4 in Situational Judgement would however not be deemed a competitive enough score for the applicant to be considered for the BDS programme.

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

No we do not accept transfers onto the BDS.

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 Dentistry (Year 0)

T levels

T levels are not currently accepted.

Requirements in respect of GCSEs must be met. Applicants who have not taken GCSEs are required to have completed equivalent qualifications. For further information please read the admissions information on the following web page: https:www.liverpool.ac.uk/dentistry/study/undergraduate/bachelor-of-dental-surgery/

Subject requirements

A level Chemistry and Biology are required. The 3rd subject may be from the Arts or Sciences. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Vocational/Applied A levels are not accepted.

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma

Not accepted

International Baccalaureate

36 Points with 6 in Higher level Chemistry and Biology

Irish Leaving Certificate

H1, H1, H2, H2, H2, H2 including H1 in Chemistry and Biology

Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher

AAAAB at Higher level and AA at Advanced Higher level including Chemistry and Biology.

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced

Will be accepted in place of one A level, in addition to Biology and Chemistry A levels

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/bachelor-of-dental-surgery/

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 direct entry requirements. Although there is no direct Foundation Certificate route to this course, completing a Foundation Certificate, such as that offered by the University of Liverpool International College, can guarantee you a place on a number of similar courses which may interest you.

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 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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