Pre-professional Program for Dentistry
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Two Year Pre-professional Program
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising
Related Careers
- private practice
- various provincial and federal government agencies
- the Armed Forces Royal Canadian Dental Corps
The Program
The Pre-Dentistry program is the first two years of a Bachelor of Science program, tailored to meet the admission requirements of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the University of Alberta.
Program Admission Features
This program is designed to prepare students to meet admission requirements to The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta. Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high grade point average. You should check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements.
Because space is limited in the Dentistry program at University of Alberta, admission to the Pre-Professional Program for Dentistry at RDC does not guarantee admission to University of Alberta. You should meet all of the Pre-Dentistry requirements, but also design your program so that you can complete a Bachelor of Science degree.
Consult U of A Calendar for other admission requirements.
Selecting the right courses for the first two years is vital when choosing courses for the Pre-Professional Program for Dentistry at University of Alberta. You must see an academic advisor before selecting courses.
Admission Requirements
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. Chemistry 30
c. ELA 30-1
d. Mathematics 30-1
e. Physics 30
Program Content
You must make sure you meet admission and minimum course load requirements for the professional program as well as your alternate BSc program.
University of Alberta (Please note these credits are U of A credits.)
Suggested Pattern Year 1
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- 3 Arts or Science options (9 credits)
- CHEM 351 (3 credits)
Year 2
- See an academic advisor for details.
Program Cost Estimates