Bachelor of Dental Technology (BDentTech) 36 months Undergraduate Program By University of Otago |Top Universities
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Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

41,193 NZDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Sep, 2025Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where a dental technician, on prescription of a dentist, makes any prosthesis or appliance for the head and neck. This could consist of: Artificial teeth such as complete dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges and implant supported dentures in various materials such as acrylics, alloys, and ceramics; Removable orthodontic appliances consisting of springs and retainers in acrylic bases for the movement of teeth. Mouth guards to protect against sports injuries; Maxillofacial appliances such as artificial eyes, ears, and facial prostheses that may be required after surgical treatment. Graduates with the Bachelor of Dental Technology (BDentTech) degree are automatically entitled to register with the New Zealand Dental Technicians Board.

Program overview

Main Subject

Dentistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where a dental technician, on prescription of a dentist, makes any prosthesis or appliance for the head and neck. This could consist of: Artificial teeth such as complete dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges and implant supported dentures in various materials such as acrylics, alloys, and ceramics; Removable orthodontic appliances consisting of springs and retainers in acrylic bases for the movement of teeth. Mouth guards to protect against sports injuries; Maxillofacial appliances such as artificial eyes, ears, and facial prostheses that may be required after surgical treatment. Graduates with the Bachelor of Dental Technology (BDentTech) degree are automatically entitled to register with the New Zealand Dental Technicians Board.

Admission Requirements

50+
176+
1190+
6+
24+
74+
80+
12+
GCE A Levels must normally achieve at least 3 A Level passes with at least one grade at level C or above to be considered for admission at entrance level.

15 Sep 2025
3 Years
Feb

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

17,389 NZD
-

International Students

41,193 NZD
-

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