Overview

A career in Dental Hygiene Program at the University of Alberta:

offers flexible working schedules in pleasant and safe surroundings;

offers above-average remuneration in a respected health care profession;

offers the chance to practice internationally;

can be enjoyed in a variety of professional settings, in private practice, at Universities and other educational institutions, research, industry, government and health agencies;

plays a primary role in health promotion and prevention in a dynamic and changing health care system.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Oral Radiology

Anatomical Structures for Dental Hygiene Practice

Oral Health Sciences

Behavioural Sciences

Dental Hygiene Collaborative Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Dentistry

Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Preference will be given to those students who have completed the required 30 in one academic year. An applicant may not benefit from additional postsecondary courses.

Language Proficiency Requirements: All applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency and Spoken English requirements (see Language Proficiency Requirements).

Letter of Intent: Applicants must submit a letter with their application for admission stating their career goals, knowledge of the profession, related experience, and reasons for seeking admission to Medical Laboratory Science. Prospective students are encouraged to investigate the career to assist in their understanding of the program.

Tuition Fee

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International

39138 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39138 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

13549 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13549 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Sankt Pölten

800 - 1200 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Dental Hygiene.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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