If you have a real desire to improve people's health, wellbeing and enjoyment of life, dentistry may be an ideal career for you. CSU offers a fully accredited Bachelor of Dental Science that qualifies you for registration as a dental practitioner in all Australian states and territories. CSU is a proudly regional institution committed to improving opportunities and outcomes for the people of rural and regional Australia. This degree empowers you to make a positive contribution to the health of your local community. Course highlights Developed in cooperation with the Australian Dental Council, the Australian Dental Association, local dentists, oral health practitioners and senior consultants, the Bachelor of Dental Science is a five-year undergraduate program delivered at CSU's Orange Campus. Outstanding facilities Develop your hand skills in CSU's state-of-the-art simulation clinic, dental technology/clinical support laboratory, biodental science learning suite and anatomy teaching facilities. Authentic experience CSU has five Dental and Oral Health Clinics across its Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange and Wagga Wagga campuses. These clinics are open to patients from the wider community and will provide some of your first professional training. You could undertake placements at any CSU clinic during your course, working under the supervision of qualified dental practitioners. Leading academics The School of Dentistry and Health Sciences 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. International study tours Towards the end of your degree, you can apply to embark on a short study tour to Cambodia or another destination through CSU Global. Career opportunities CSU's dental science graduates contribute to combating the chronic shortage of dental and oral health workers Australia-wide. Once you are registered as a dentist, your job prospects are excellent. Most final year dentistry students will know if they have a graduate position by December of their final year. Enjoy a wealth of opportunities Employment opportunities exist in general or specialist dental practice, public sector dental health, the Australian defence forces (Army, Navy or Air Force), hospital dental clinics, education and research. Starting salaries for dentists are among the highest graduate starting salaries nationally. Choose your destination While CSU dental science graduates can travel the world and work almost anywhere, they are often found at the heart of rural and regional communities. Consider a specialisation After registration, you could study further to become qualified in orthodontics, paediatric dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, implantology or prosthodontics programs at a Masters level, or biomedical or dental science research at a Doctorate level.