COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Dental Science at Charles Sturt University is a comprehensive and professionally accredited program that prepares students for registration as dental practitioners in Australia. The degree’s core structure (320 credit points) provides an in-depth foundation in both biomedical sciences and clinical dental practice. Students begin with essential studies in human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, oral anatomy and histology, oral microbiology, and dental biochemistry, along with Indigenous Australian health and the pathological basis of oral and systemic diseases. As the program progresses, students develop clinical competence through sequential dental clinical practice subjects, starting from foundational training and advancing to complex patient care. Key areas of study include restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, paediatric dentistry, oral surgery, oral-maxillofacial pathology, and medicine and therapeutics relevant to dental practice. Extensive clinical practice units provide hands-on experience in real healthcare settings, allowing students to build confidence and professional skills under supervision. The program also emphasizes oral health challenges in priority populations and offers advanced clinical options for specialization. Overall, the curriculum integrates scientific knowledge, technical skill development, and ethical practice, ensuring graduates are fully prepared to deliver high-quality oral healthcare. This training equips students to work effectively in diverse communities, particularly supporting Charles Sturt University’s mission to improve health outcomes in regional and underserved areas.