The Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (B.Sc. DH) program is a four-year degree that prepares graduates for licensing as a Dental Hygienist in Qatar. The B.Sc. DH program is founded on academic requirements for accreditation by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). An integration of theory with extensive application in laboratory, simulation, and practice experiences, including training in the state-of-the-art on campus College of Health Sciences Dental Clinic, prepares graduates to assess oral health, advise patients on oral hygiene, and perform a range of preventative and restorative oral health interventions. The B.Sc. DH prepares graduates with foundational knowledge and skills to practice in public and private clinics and hospitals.
Program Duration:
Four years
Admission Requirements:
1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus one final year Mathematics, and successful completion of two of three final year Science courses (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) with a minimum grade of 60%.
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate;
OR
2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0;
OR
3. Successful completion of Foundation Year in Health Sciences.
1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test;
OR
2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480;
OR
3. Successful completion of Foundation Year in Health Sciences.
1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and Admission Priority Category.
- Documented proof of completed immunizations and diagnostic tests as identified in the Student Immunization Form.
- Documented proof of current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Level 3 certification at the time of enrolment or within one month of commencement of the program.
- Students are responsible to maintain current immunizations and BLS certification throughout the duration of the program. These requirements may change during the program as determined by the Qatar Ministry of Public Health and clinical partners hosting student placements.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as uniforms and lab coats are needed for labs and clinical practicums.
- It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation to and from clinical practicum sites.
- Students are required to purchase a Dental Hygiene Instrument kit (minimum cost 2500 QAR).
- Additional program costs may include textbooks and a mobile phone which supports access to specialized applications.
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2024-2025 Study Plan
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COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-REQ | CO-REQ | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 1 | ||||||
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BIOL1110 |
Anatomy & Physiology Ⅰ |
- | - | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| COMM1010 |
English Communication Ⅰ |
- | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| CHEM1040 |
Applied Science |
- | CHEM1041 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| CHEM1041 |
Applied Science (Lab) |
- | CHEM1040 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| BIOL1030 |
Biochemistry & Microbiology |
- | BIOL1031 | 3 | 3 |
0 |
| BIOL1031 |
Biochemistry & Microbiology (Lab) |
- | BIOL1030 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 1 Total: | 15 | 12 | 9 | |||
| SEMESTER 2 | ||||||
| BIOL1210 | Anatomy & Physiology II | BIOL1110 | - | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| COMM1020 | English Communication II | COMM1010 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1002 | Introduction to Sociology | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH1270 | Principles & Issues in Dental Hygiene | BIOL1010 CHEM1040 CHEM1041 BIOL1030 BIOL1031 |
- | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| RSST1001 | Qualitative Designs & Analyses | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 2 Total: | 16 | 15 | 3 | |||
| SEMESTER 3 | ||||||
| BIOL1310 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | BIOL1210 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1003 | Introductory Psychology | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 3 Total: | 6 | 6 | 0 | |||
| YEAR 1 TOTAL: | 37 | 33 | 12 | |||
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COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-REQ | CO-REQ | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 4 | ||||||
| HSHG2020 |
Health & Wellness |
- | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH2140 | Oral Histology & Embryology | BIOL1210 | - | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSDH2120 | Head & Neck Anatomy | BIOL1210 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH2130 | Dental Anatomy | BIOL1210 | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| MATH2002 | Quantitative Designs & Statistics | - | - | 3 | 3 |
1 |
| Semester 4 Total: | 14 | 13 | 4 | |||
| SEMESTER 5 | ||||||
| HSDH2250 | Introduction to Dental Hygiene | HSDH2120 HSDH2130 HSDH2140 |
HSDH2260 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| HSDH2260 | Dental Hygiene Instrumentation | HSDH2120 HSDH2130 HSDH2140 |
HSDH2250 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| HSDH2240 | Periodontology Ⅰ | HSDH2120 HSDH2130 HSDH2140 |
- | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH2210 | General Dentistry Introduction | HSDH2120 HSDH2130 HSDH2140 |
- | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH2280 | Radiology Ⅰ | HSDH2120 HSDH2130 HSDH2140 |
- | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Semester 5 Total: | 15 | 12 | 9 | |||
| SEMESTER 6 | ||||||
| HSDH2350 | Fundamentals of Clinical Dental Hygiene | HSDH1270 HSDH2250 HSDH2260 |
- | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| HSDH2390 | Community Oral Health Ⅰ | HSDH2250 | - | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Semester 6 Total: | 6 | 4 | 6 | |||
| YEAR 2 TOTAL: | 35 | 29 | 19 | |||
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COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-REQ | CO-REQ | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 7 | ||||||
| HSDH3150 | Dental Hygiene Theory I |
HSDH2350 |
HSDH3160 |
4 | 4 | 4 |
| HSDH3160 |
Dental Hygiene Practice I |
HSDH2350 | HSDH3150 | 3 | 144 Total HRs | |
| HSDH3181 |
Radiology II |
HSDH2280 | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| HSDH3100 |
Oral Pathology |
HSDH2240 BIOL1310 |
- | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 7 Total: | 13 |
9 |
7 | |||
| SEMESTER 8 | ||||||
| HSDH3250 | Dental Hygiene Theory II | HSDH3150 HSDH3160 |
HSDH3260 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| HSDH3260 | Dental Hygiene Practice II | HSDH3150 HSDH3160 |
HSDH3250 | 3 | 144 Total HRs | |
| HSDH3241 | Periodontology II | HSDH2240 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH3200 | Pharmacology & Pain Management | HSDH3150 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 8 Total: | 13 | 10 | 0 | |||
| SEMESTER 9 | ||||||
| HSDH3350 | Dental Hygiene Theory III | HSDH3200 HSDH3250 HSDH3260 |
HSDH3360 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSDH3371 | Dental Hygiene Practice Management | HSDH1270 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| HSDH3360 | Dental Hygiene Practice III | HSDH3200 HSDH3250 HSDH3260 |
HSDH3350 | 2 | 84 Total HRs | |
| Semester 9 Total: | 7 | 5 | 0 | |||
| YEAR 3 TOTAL: | 33 | 24 | 7 | |||
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COURSE NUMBER |
COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-REQ | CO-REQ | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| SEMESTER 10 | ||||||
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HSDH4150 |
Dental Hygiene Theory ⅠⅤ |
HSDH3350 HSDH3360 |
HSDH4160 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSDH4160 |
Dental Hygiene Practice ⅠⅤ |
HSDH3350 HSDH3360 | HSDH4150 | 3 | 144 Total HRs | |
| HSDH4190 |
Community Oral Health ⅠⅠ |
HSDH2390 | - | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSHG4101 | Leadership & Change Management for Health Professionals | Min 60 Credits | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Global Awareness & Regional Challenges Elective: Select 1 of 4 | ||||||
| ECON1001 | Global Economic Concepts | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC1001 | Qatar History & Society | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2001 | Human Development in Qatar | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2002 | Globalization & Environment | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 10 Total: | 13 | 10 | 0 | |||
| SEMESTER 11 | ||||||
| HSDH4250 | Dental Hygiene Theory Ⅴ | HSDH4150 HSDH4160 | HSDH4260 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSDH4260 | Dental Hygiene Practice Ⅴ | HSDH4150 HSDH4160 | HSDH4250 | 2 | 72 Total HRs | |
| HSDH4290 | Community Oral Health ⅠⅠⅠ | HSDH4190 | - | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| HSDH4340 | Periodontology ⅠⅠⅠ | HSDH3241 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Elective in Consultation with Academic Advisor | 3 | 3 | 0 | |||
| Semester 11 Total: | 12 | 10 | 0 | |||
| YEAR 4 TOTAL: | 25 | 20 | 0 | |||
| B.Sc. DH PROGRAM TOTAL: | 130 | 106 | 38 | |||
Graduate Future Pathways:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (B.Sc. DH) program are equipped to pursue further specialization in their field or post-graduate research.
Graduate Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (B.Sc. DH) degree program will have the essential knowledge and technical competencies required to enter Dental Hygiene practice, and a broader knowledge of the healthcare field and its systems. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist, including but not limited to, the following:
• Clinical Dental Hygienist – Public Healthcare Centre
• Clinical Dental Hygienist – Private Sector
• Supervisor – Clinic or Hospital Setting
• Oral Public Health Worker
• Ministry of Public Health Employee
• Research Opportunities
• Sales Rep, Dental Clinic Equipment
• Marketing Sales, Dental Clinic Equipment
• Academic Teaching Assistant
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