The University of Sydney

Doctor of Dental Medicine

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Our Doctor of Dental Medicine will teach you to be a confident, ethical and qualified dentist. You will build skills through practice-based learning, in a four-year dentistry degree developed to meet the changing oral health needs of the community.

Who is it for?

Postgraduates from any discipline who are interested in becoming a dentist, with a passion for healthcare and improving people’s lives through oral health.

Delivery mode

The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
  • Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

To be eligible for admission to the DMD in 2024, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Satisfactory performance* in an eligible bachelor’s degree at the time of application, as indicated by Grade Point Average (GPA); and
  • Satisfactory performance* in an admissions test – Domestic applicants must submit eligible Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT) results with their application. International applicants must submit eligible GAMSAT, United States Dental Admission Test (DAT), or Canadian Dental Aptitude Test (CDAT) results with their application.

Eligible GAMSAT results: Despite any contrary advice from ACER or GAMSAT, the University will ONLY accept GAMSAT results from one or more of the following tests for admission to the DMD in 2024: September 2021, March 2022, September 2022 and March 2023.

The University reserves the right to ask some applicants to participate in further assessment using another selection tool. The University will give these applicants due notice of any additional requirements.

*Satisfactory performance is defined in the relevant Admissions Guide.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $71,500 $89,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$71,500
Standard Tuition:
$89,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$71,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$89,000
Enquire with The University of Sydney to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $71,500 $89,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Doctor of Dental Medicine will prepare you for the following roles.

Dentist

A Dentist provides oral health treatments and procedures at a dental practice or oral health clinic. You might examine patients’ teeth and gums and...

Avg yearly income $152,360
Entry barriers Low

Endodontist

Endodontists are qualified dentists who specialise in the treatment of tooth pulpitis and restorative treatments such as root canal therapy, dental...

Avg yearly income $197,600
Entry barriers Low

Orthodontist

Orthodontists are qualified dentists who focus on straightening teeth, fixing jaw alignment problems, and helping their clients achieve a beautiful...

Avg yearly income $137,280
Entry barriers Low

Periodontist

Periodonists are qualified dentists who focus on the treatment of periodontal disease as well as injuries and diseases affecting the gums and tissu...

Avg yearly income $100,880
Entry barriers Low

Prosthodontist

Prosthodontists are qualified dentists who specialise in the design and installation of prosthetic devices for your teeth and mouth. They help pati...

Avg yearly income $325,000
Entry barriers Low

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