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AUD 43000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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AUD 50

Application Fee

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36 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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82%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This degree program is designed for someone who is looking for a clinical qualification with the ability to recognize dental diseases or abnormalities of the teeth, mouth and associated structures that require management and patient-centred oral health care that includes a range of activities that include oral health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management and education for the prevention of oral diseases in patients of all ages.

Dental hygienists are educated in all aspects of dental hygiene practice through coursework and supervised clinical practice in an inter-professional dental clinic. Dental hygiene students will be learning and working alongside, dentists, dental technologists, dental prosthetists and dental specialists developing skills in communication and collaboration for patient management. Students will be provided with specific education and skills in public health and health promotion to provide appropriate preventive oral health education to individuals and communities.

The key advantage of dental hygiene education at Griffith University is the opportunity for hands-on skills training in specialty clinics in the disciplines Periodontology, Implantology and Orthodontics. Students will learn from dental specialists in the fields of:

  • Periodontology
  • Radiology and Radiography
  • Orthodontics
  • Special Needs
  • Oral Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Public Health and Health Promotion

Dental hygiene students will work alongside a team of dental health practitioners with emphasis on the significant role and responsibilities of the dental hygienist in dental practice.

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Additional Information

Program Level 3-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Mar 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

    7 IELTS Score
    65 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    82% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    43000

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

    AUD 50

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

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

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    International Student Scholarships

    Scholarship Name Value Intakes Application Deadline
    Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students
    Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship
    For exceptional students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees at Griffith University.
    50% of tuition fees valid for degree duration Trimester 1 2024 2 December 2023
    Trimester 2 2024 13 April 2024
    Trimester 3 2024 10th August 2024
    Academic Excellence Scholarship
    For outstanding international students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees at Griffith University
    25% of tuition fees valid
    for degree duration
    Trimester 1 2024
    Trimester 2 2024
    Trimester 3 2024
    No application required
    Research students
    Griffith Research Scholarships
    Support for your PhD or research degree at Griffith University
    Scholarships can cover
    tuition fees, living
    allowances, relocation
    and thesis allowances.
    For more information visit:
    griffith.edu.au/research-study/scholarships


    Note:

    We are offering a 10% discount on tuition fees for Trimester 1, 2025, to all students who apply and accept their offer within 14 days of receiving it. This is in addition to any other scholarship they may be eligible for, including our 25% Academic Excellence Scholarship and 50% Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship. Some market-specific deadlines apply to ensure students have time to get their visa and join us on campus for the start of Trimester 1. Please check our website for more details.

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