Dental Technology (Hons) Cardiff Metropolitan University

Overview

The Dental Technology (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides comprehensive training in the design and manufacture of dental appliances using both traditional analogue and modern digital methods. This degree is specifically designed to produce skilled professionals capable of creating high-quality crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances scientific theory with extensive practical laboratory work.

Why Dental Technology (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

This programme is delivered in close collaboration with the University of Wales Dental Hospital Trust, which is responsible for delivering and assessing one third of the course. This partnership allows students to work alongside trainee dentists and consultants, providing a realistic clinical context for their technical work. Facilities include dedicated dental laboratories where each student has an individual bench equipped with micromotors and induction heaters, alongside a modern CAD/CAM suite featuring 3D printers and dental scanners. The course is also professionally accredited by the General Dental Council.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers a range of technical and theoretical modules designed to build expertise in dental appliance construction. Modules may include:

• Dental Anatomy & Physiology
• Removeable Prosthodontics
• Fixed Prosthodontics
• Applied Dental Materials
• CAD/CAM in Dentistry
• Orthodontics
• Dental Implants
• Digital Dentistry
• The Safe Practitioner

Careers with Dental Technology (Hons)

Graduates of this programme have excellent career prospects within the healthcare sector. Many find employment as dental technologists within the NHS, where a clear grading structure exists for career progression. Opportunities are also available in commercial dental laboratories, private dental practices, and academic dental schools. With sufficient experience, graduates may also choose to manage or own their own commercial laboratory. The skills acquired in digital dentistry and precision manufacturing ensure that alumni are well-prepared for the evolving technological demands of the dental industry.