Pathway to a diploma in Dental Hygiene, or a degree in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene
Our part-time Pathway to Dental Hygiene has been designed for adults who want to return to education to apply to study.
The Pathway to a diploma in Dental Hygiene, or a degree in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene, is closed for the academic year 2026-27. The expressions of interest window for the academic year 2027-28 will be open Monday 1 March - Wednesday 3 March 2027. To express an interest in this course, you will need to email a copy of your GCSE certificates to prove eligibility during this window.
Modules are taught in the evenings and at weekends. You will study in a relaxed and supportive environment.
After studying the Pathway, you will be able to make an application to study for a diploma in Dental Hygiene (B750) or a degree in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene (B752).
How to apply
The expressions of interest window for the academic year 2027-28 will be open from Monday 1 March to Wednesday 3 March 2027.
To express an interest in this course, you will need to email pathways@cardiff.ac.uk during those dates with your GCSE certificates to prove that you are eligible.
How it works
The Pathway is made up of 60 credits. Applicants need to have 5 GCSEs, grades A-C/9-4. This must include English language.
Pathway modules
Core modules
- Public Policy for Health (20 credits)
- Introduction to Human Biology (20 credits)
Optional Modules
- Research Methods (10 credits)
- Social Psychology (10 credits)
- Education and Society (20 credits)
Degrees that this pathway leads to
Duration
Under normal circumstances, you can expect to complete the Pathway within one year, but you can take longer if needed.
Cost
Find out about funding and finance.
