Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Technology in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago
University of Otago
|
Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
44,856
(c. USD25,996.07)
Attendance
Full-time
Dental technology represents the technical aspect of dentistry where professionals craft devices to enhance patients' chewing function, speech, or appearance. As vital members of the dental team, technicians apply their knowledge of dental materials and fabrication expertise to restore patients' teeth. The rewarding aspect lies in enabling individuals to regain their confident smiles.
Operating behind the scenes in dental laboratories, technicians collaborate with dentists without direct patient interaction. They specialize in creating artificial teeth and removable orthodontic devices using diverse materials like porcelain, acrylic, and gold. Their precision-crafted products significantly impact both health and aesthetics, requiring meticulous attention to detail. This profession demands exceptional manual dexterity for handling intricate components and strong spatial visualization skills. Dental technicians must possess a keen eye for perfection in every creation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
Every applicant must present evidence of ability for advanced level academic study, and
have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Dental Technology, or
have alternative qualifications and experience acceptable to the Dean of Dentistry (in considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be given to the detail of the course of study followed, as well as the applicant's performance).
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Every applicant must present evidence of ability for advanced level academic study, and
have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Dental Technology, or
have alternative qualifications and experience acceptable to the Dean of Dentistry (in considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be given to the detail of the course of study followed, as well as the applicant's performance).
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Tuition
NZD
44,856