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Your Guide to Dentistry UCAT Cut-Off Scores in Australia
07/04/2024•11 minute read
Written By Team MedView
Reviewed By Thomas Nicolson (Currently studying Doctor of Medicine - MD at the University of Queensland)
Below are the Dentistry UCAT cut-off for Australian Universities and their respective ATAR requirements.
Last updated on the 7th April 2024.
Is UCAT required for Dentistry in Australia?
It highly depends on the school you’re applying for. Some programs like the University of Sydney’s Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Medicine, look purely at ATAR when inviting candidates to interviews.
Dentistry UCAT & ATAR requirements
| Degree | UCAT percentile requirement | ATAR requirement | Interview offers are based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Sturt University (Bachelor of Dental Science) | 96th+ percentile | Minimum 94.3, 91.40 for rural applicants | UCAT |
| University of Sydney (Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Medicine) | N/A | Minimum 99.6 | ATAR |
| University of Queensland (Bachelor of Dental Science – Honours) | 95th+ percentile | 99.95 Adjusted | No interview |
| James Cook University(Bachelor of Dental Surgery) | N/A | Minimum 98.68 | No interview |
| Griffith University(Bachelor of Dental Health Science) | 90th+ percentile | Minimum 90 | UCAT (20%) Interview (40%) Academic results (40%) |
| University of Adelaide (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) | 87th+ percentile | Minimum 90 | UCAT (20%) Interview (40%) Academic results (40%) |
| University of Western Australia (Dental Medicine – assured pathway) | N/A | Minimum 99 | UCAT Interview Academic results |
| La Trobe University(Bachelor of Dental Science – Honours) | N/A | Minimum 99.45 | Academic results |
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What if I have a low UCAT score?
Based on the table above, not all dentistry program require a UCAT score.
Ways to Get into Dentistry with a Low UCAT Score:
- Choose a University that Doesn't Need UCAT: Some schools don't require the UCAT at all. Instead, they might look at your school grades or have you go through an interview. In Australia, places like JCU, USYD, Griffith, and LaTrobe University are examples.
- Try Again Next Year: You can start another degree and take the UCAT again. This way, you're still moving forward, even if you choose to try for dentistry later. Six universities accept students who choose this route.
- Take a Year Off: If you did really well in school, you might take a break to focus on the UCAT. This choice means delaying your studies but focusing on getting into dentistry.
- Go for a Graduate Degree: First, complete any undergraduate degree, then take the GAMSAT exam to apply for graduate dentistry programs. This is a longer path but can be good if you're not sure about dentistry right after high school.
Summary
While this process can be extremely complicated, understanding the UCAT score you need for admission to the medical school of your choice is crucial when planning for your future.
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