Peninsula Dental School

Dentistry with the University of Plymouth offers exceptional clinical learning, strong social engagement and world class research
Peninsula Dental School

About us

Welcome to our school 
Our three core aims: outstanding clinical education; strong social engagement; and world-class research feature strongly in your learning experience when you come to study dentistry with us. 
A key strength is our close relationship with NHS partners, with early clinical contact for all our students. We offer students ultramodern facilities and are committed to producing dental practitioners with clinical skills of the highest order and a strong sense of social awareness. Our state-of-the-art Dental Education Facilities provide a substantial service to over 10,000 NHS patients per year.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of our activities. We are proud to hold an Athena Swan Silver Award recognising our commitment to champion and support a culture of participation and inclusivity and to communicate and raise awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion. We have a Zero Tolerance policy on all forms of discrimination, abuse, and harm in order to maintain a safe, professional, and friendly learning environment for everyone.
We are looking for highly motivated and talented students to join us and become the next generation of dentists.

Peninsula Dental School

Experience what the Peninsula Dental School has to offer

<p>Dentistry students in a practical class.<br></p>

Turning a dream into a reality

Circumstances made me choose Plymouth, but in a way, I feel Plymouth actually chose me. The University saw something in me and I got a place on the BDS Dental Surgery programme – they believed in me from the start.

Spurred on by early setbacks, there’s plenty to smile about for future dentist James, who is determined to make his dentist dream a reality.

Discover James' story
<p>James Nwaduba<br></p>

Peninsula Dental School Cultural and Diversity Evening

“James and I organised the first Cultural Evening on behalf of Peninsula Dental School because we felt that there are so many cultures and traditions among the school’s students and staff. We have been very fortunate to study with students of all ethnicities and backgrounds, and the event was a showcase of this, as it allowed students to convey their traditions and talents to their peers away from a formal setting. During the evening, foods, music and dance from students were enjoyed by faculty members and students across all years. Looking into the future, we hope to continue this as a tradition that is unique to the Peninsula Dental School at the University of Plymouth.”

Simran Chahal, fourth year dental student

<p>Peninsula Dental School Cultural and Diversity Evening<br></p>

Intercalation opportunities at the University of Plymouth

The University of Plymouth offers a wide range of intercalation opportunities. Internal and external dental students have the opportunity to intercalate with an MSc Biomedical Science programme.

Internal and external medical students can intercalate in an extensive range of BSc, BA, MSc, MRes and MClinEd programmes.

<p>Research student in lab</p>

Dental patient information

The Devonport, Exeter and Truro Dental Education Facilities are NHS training clinics for the Peninsula Dental School students.

To find out more about the Dental School or to make an appointment, please telephone 0845 155 8109 during weekday hours 9:00–16.30.

<p>Dental practice</p>

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC

As such, everything it does is guided by the need to fulfil its ‘community interest statement’ which sets out its mission and reason for existence as a company.

​Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) is a Community Interest Company (CIC).

Find out more about Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC
<p>Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC - students giving a talk<br></p>

The Community Engagement Team (CET)

Engaging directly with participants and service users in a unique and meaningful way.

The CET works alongside organisations and projects to support positive lifestyle choices; promoting dental health and well being.

Find out more about the Community Engagement Team
<p>Dentistry School - The Community Engagement Team (CET) dental students<br></p>
<p>Dental dentistry students practicing&nbsp;</p>
<p>Dental staff</p>

Alumni+ Dentistry Network

Chat and catch up with other dentistry alumni, academic staff and current students.

Gain access to regularly updated information about upcoming events, CPD opportunities and postgraduate courses. Find information to support applications and references, receive help and advice from the network, and anything else you may need on your dentistry journey.

Join the University of Plymouth dentistry alumni network and start connecting

<p>Dental Therapy and Hygiene students</p>

Personal narrative: my journey into dentistry

Max reflects on how he pursued his ambition to study dentistry, from secondary school to present. 

Faculty of Health

Exceptional clinical and academic learning, social engagement and research in medicine, dentistry, nursing, psychology and health professions

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Discover more about the Faculty of Health
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