Program Details

Dental Science (Hygiene) School: The University of British Columbia Faculty: Dentistry Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Dental Hygiene/Hygienist Description: The Dental Hygiene program prepares you to become a dental hygienist who is committed to advancing oral health and community service. Dental Hygiene is a health profession involving theory and evidence-based practice that draw on biomedical, social, and behavioural sciences, as well as the body of dental hygiene knowledge. Dental hygienists are responsible for health promotion, education, clinical therapy, research, and administration. The practice of dental hygiene involves collaboration with clients, dentists, dental assistants, other health professionals, and society. Website: Dental Science (Hygiene) at The University of British Columbia Length: 4 Year(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 12 Biology Grade 12 Chemistry Grade 11 Principles of Mathematics Grade 11 Social Science 2 of: Grade 11 Biology or Grade 11 Chemistry One other approved Grade 12 course and a final grade of 70% in English 12 are required. Please see https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/bcyt.ezc for more information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.