We work closely with our stakeholders, the NI Department of Health, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust and with our regulator the General Dental Council to devise, develop and deliver an excellent teaching experience for our students, ensuring our final year student cohorts graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to transition successfully into the dental workforce. We are moving into the era of Digital Dentistry and it is vital that we prepare our graduates with the requisite skills in this area. We will ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is fully embedded in our degree programme.

Admission to the undergraduate dental programme is very competitive and the intake is increasingly diverse, both in terms of the country of origin and the number of graduates.   Our students experience excellent levels of clinic experience​, Interactive tutorials and case-based discussions. Students get exposure to a wide variety of patients from many backgrounds through clinical experiences in the School of Dentistry, outreach placements and the urgent student care clinic.

It is important that we continue to attract high-calibre candidates from NI, GB and internationally and deliver dental professionals ready for general dental practice.

Our Mission

At the QUB Centre for Dentistry, our mission is to advance oral health and well-being through excellence in education, patient care, and community service. We are committed to:​

• Educational Excellence: Providing a dynamic and supportive learning environment that fosters the development of competent, compassionate, and ethical dental professionals.​
• Patient-Centered Care: Delivering high-quality, comprehensive dental care with a focus on prevention and a patient-centered approach that respects the dignity and unique needs of each individual.​
• Community Engagement: Engaging with our community to promote oral health awareness and access to care, particularly for underserved populations.​
• Professional Development: Encouraging lifelong learning and professional growth for our students, and staff through continuous education and training opportunities.​
• Collaboration and Partnership: Fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships that enhance our educational programs, research initiatives, and community impact.​

We strive to be a leader in dental education and a trusted resource for oral health in Northern Ireland and beyond.​