Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)

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The fully accredited Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) from Charles Sturt University qualifies you to work as an oral health therapist in Australia. As a graduate, you'll help combat the national chronic shortage of oral health professionals, while also making a valuable contribution to the health of your community.

Oral health practitioners are skilled clinicians who examine and treat diseases of periodontal tissues and teeth. They perform restorative and periodontal care with a primary focus on early diagnosis and treatment. Their role includes the promotion of positive oral health and preventive dental practices in the community.

If you want to work for NSW Health after graduating, then you could be eligible for a Tertiary Health Study Subsidy. They help cover university fees, technology and travel expenses or other associated personal costs that pop up as you study. If successful, you could be one of 12,000 students supported with up to $12,000 when you work with NSW Health after graduating. 

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

    A day in the life of an oral health therapist. Discover what it’s like to deliver essential oral healthcare services.

    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    On Campus
    Next session start: March 2, 2026
    Session 1 : March 2, 2026
    On Campus
    Holmesglen, Wagga Wagga

    Duration

    Minimum time - 3 year(s)
    Maximum time - 6 year(s)

    Entry score

    70

    Indicative fees

    TBA

    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 192
    AQF: Level 7
    Cricos:

    Additional information

    • Commonwealth supported places available
    • Professionally accredited course
    • Work-integrated learning

    Applications close February 12

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    Why study with us?

    Charles Sturt University developed the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene) in cooperation with the Australian Dental Council, the Australian Dental Association, local dentists, oral health practitioners and senior consultants to ensure you graduate with the skills and knowledge for successful practice.

    Exceptional employment outcomes

    Our dental science and oral health graduates have excellent overall employment rates - 91.3 per cent of graduates find jobs within four months of graduating (Good Universities Guide 2020/21).

    Outstanding facilities

    Develop your practical skills in our state-of-the-art simulation clinic, dental technology/clinical support laboratory, biodental science learning suite and anatomy teaching facilities. If you're studying at the Holmesglen Institute's Chadstone campus, you'll have access to a world-class oral health simulation facility.

    Authentic experience

    Charles Sturt University has five dental and oral health clinics across our Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange and Wagga Wagga campuses. These clinics are open to patients from the local community and will provide some of your first professional training. You could undertake placements at any Charles Sturt University clinic during your course, working under the supervision of qualified practitioners.

    Leading academics

    Our academic team is committed to providing high-quality teaching and service to students and to rural and regional communities. You'll benefit from small class sizes and learn from dedicated and experienced academics and guest lecturers.

    Study options

    Charles Sturt University offers this degree full-time over three years at our Wagga Wagga campus, or you can study the first two years of your course at the Holmesglen Institute's Chadstone campus in Melbourne. If you are enrolled at the Holmesglen Institute, you'll undertake lectures and pre-clinical training in Years 1 and 2 at Holmesglen, then complete your degree (Year 3) on campus at Wagga Wagga. Towards the end of your degree, you may be able to apply to embark on a short study tour to Cambodia.

    Professional Accreditation

    This course is professionally accredited by -

    • Australian Dental Council (ADC)

    Please refer to the Charles Sturt Professional Accreditation resource for specific information and a link to the accreditation body.

    We’re #1 in Australia for grads for undergraduate starting salaries

    Our grads earn a median salary of $64,100.

    *Good Universities Guide 2022/23

    Career opportunities

    When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

    • Dental hygienist
    • Dental therapist
    • Oral health therapist
    • Oral health practitioner

    What you will study

    For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

    Intensive school

    You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

    Core subject192 Credit Points

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    • Intensive school
    • Workplace learning
    BMS181Human Anatomy and Physiology 18 credit pts
    BMS182Human Anatomy and Physiology 28 credit pts
    IKC100Indigenous Australian Health8 credit pts
    DOH104Introduction to Clinical Practice 16 credit pts
    DOH106Psychology and Society in Oral Health8 credit pts
    DOH117Oral Health Sciences 1A8 credit pts
    DOH118 Oral Health Sciences 1B8 credit pts
    DOH233Pathological Basis of Human Disease8 credit pts
    DOH207Oral Health Clinical Practice 2A12 credit pts
    DOH208Oral Health Clinical Practice 2B12 credit pts
    DOH215Public Oral Health 8 credit pts
    DOH216Oral Health Promotion 8 credit pts
    DOH217Oral Health Sciences 2A8 credit pts
    DOH218Oral Health Sciences 2B8 credit pts
    DOH314Oral Health Clinical Practice 340 credit pts
    DOH308Community Oral Health 8 credit pts
    DOH306Advanced Oral Health Science and Research8 credit pts
    DOH209Applied Oral Health Psychology and Research8 credit pts
    For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

    Graduation requirements

    As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

    Costs

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    • Fees calculated based on 1 year of full-time study (ETSL).
    • Fees dependant on chosen subjects.
    • Subject to annual increase each year.

    Scholarships

    We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually!

    They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living and individuals in unique circumstances.

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    Entry requirements

    Selection rank:

    70

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    A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR of 70 (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.
    OR

    Charles Sturt Undergraduate Certificate of Health Studies with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.0

    OR

    Successful completion of the CSU Connections – First Nations Direct Entry Program

    OR

    Successful completion of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher), gaining a minimum GPA of 4.0.

    Successful applicants are encouraged to obtain a senior first aid certificate prior to commencing the course.

    Prior to commencement of the first placement, students will also be required to provide evidence of their immunisation and vaccination status, and a completed Working with Children Check.

    Please note: Students will be required to purchase instruments at the beginning of Years 1 and 2 of this course. The approx. cost of these instruments is $2000 (Yr 1) and $1500 (Yr 2).  There may also be some contingency simulation costs incurred throughout the course under certain circumstances (e.g. replacement teeth, damaged equipment replacement).

    English Language Proficiency

    Students from an English-speaking background must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America) including at least two years between years 7 and 12.

    Students from a non-English-speaking background must provide IELTS results (academic module) with a minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or equivalent test.

    Inherent requirements are the academic and other requirements of a course that all students must meet to achieve the course learning outcomes, and the knowledge, abilities, skills and qualities students will need to have in order to achieve them. Please visit our inherent requirements page for more general information about them.

    Credit and pathways

    If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

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    We also have several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first. Find out what admission pathways are available to you.

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    The staff are very supportive and the facilities were great at all campuses. Even though I worked across different campuses I always had access to the resources I needed.

    Karishma Parmeshwan - Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)
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