Study Licence in Dental Surgery LDS at Queen Mary University of London in the UK, Institute of Dentistry

Licence in Dental Surgery LDS

UK

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What will I learn?

Overseas post-secondary students can also study our BSc in Dental Therapy and Hygiene first and then, if successfully completed, progress on to the LDS.


Once you graduate, we have set up an agreement with Dental Body Corporates for you to undertake Dental Foundation Training via equivalence and obtain a performer number if you wish to work on the NHS or alternatively you can work in private practice.


  • Gain a fast-track qualification to become a UK registered dentist
  • Learn alongside other dental care professionals in training
  • Benefit from outreach clinical teaching in primary care settings
  • Build on your previous learning, dental knowledge and clinical skills

Which department am I in?

Institute of Dentistry

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£72,000.00 (US$ 92,983) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Main Site

Mile End Road,

London,

Bethnal Green,

E1 4NS, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

  • A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Dentistry or Oral Health with GDC registration as a Dental Therapists/Hygienists. Diploma in Dental Therapy with GDC registration as a Dental Therapist may be considered. Demonstrate clear and unequivocal interest in the field by written application and structured interview conducted online.
  • Must have successfully completed 600 certified clinical hours recorded and verified.
  • Demonstrate at least three years dental training with a statement of comparability from GDC.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Queen Mary University of London

Students of all backgrounds can enjoy an exceptional education, and all the culture that London has to offer, if they choose to study at Queen Mary.

  • A world-leading Russell Group university
  • An exceptionally diverse student body
  • Excellent facilities and ongoing investment
  • Has produced eight Nobel Prize winners

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