2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
DSUR3000 Applied Dental Therapy
20 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: L. Morrow
Email: l.morrow@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2023/24
Pre-requisite qualifications
Successful completion of year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy programme.This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module continues to develop the student’s academic and research skills. The student taking this module will continue to develop an evidence-based approach to learning and decision making. The module also includes activities in relation to delivery of care as part of a multidisciplinary team.The content of the module relates to the academic knowledge and skills expected of a dental therapist. This module builds on teaching delivered in year two and links to professional practice.Unless your programme is designed to be delivered fully online, your programme and modules will be delivered predominantly on campus. These teaching activities will be supported by the use of digital tools to enhance your learning and experience. The catalogue provides details of your module and the teaching methods used to deliver your module (for example, lecture, seminar, tutorial, practical). It does not necessarily provide you with information about the mode of delivery for specific learning activities on your module (whether these will be on campus or delivered digitally). Information about the delivery mode for learning and teaching activities for your modules will be published in the timetable and in the Minerva area for your modules. You can access your personalised timetable through Minerva or our UniLeeds app on your mobile device. We sometimes need to adapt our teaching to take account of developments in the subject, in response to new research and current affairs for example, and on occasion we may need to adapt our delivery modes too. You will be kept informed of any proposed changes to the content and delivery of your modules as described in the module catalogue and we’ll make sure you understand and agree the reasons for any changes before they are introduced.Objectives
To provide the student with both the academic knowledge and skills required of a Dental Therapist.The module aims to encourage the student to apply and build on knowledge gained from prior teaching.
The student will apply their academic skills and clinical experience to problem solving related to the provision of holistic patient care within the dental team.
This module follows on from teaching in year 2 introducing subjects which are more challenging and complex nature.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module the students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the principles of evidence based dentistry and how these apply to the practice of dental therapy.
2. Explain and apply the academic knowledge underpinning the practice of dentistry as a dental therapist.
3. Relate an in-depth understanding of the dental specialties and the role of the dental therapist in delivery of integrated patient care.
Skills outcomes
Application of an evidence-based approach to learning
Utilisation of critical thinking and evidence based decision making
Syllabus
Underpinning science and evidence supporting the practice as a dental hygienist and developing academic skills such as problem solving and evidence based decision making.
Professional requirements within the role of the dental therapist will be developed to cover topics such as :
• Vulnerable adults
- Dementia awareness
- Management of the aging population
- Topics introduced earlier in the course will be explored, investigated and applied in greater detail including:
- Oncology
- Child centred dentistry
- Restorative dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Sedation
- Multi-disciplinary management
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Group learning | 16 | 1.00 | 16.00 |
Lecture | 15 | 1.00 | 15.00 |
Seminar | 10 | 3.00 | 30.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 10.00 | ||
Private study hours | 129.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 61.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Private study
Independent online learning- Completion of online learning related to module posted on VLE
Private study
- Preparing for seminars and problem based learning group work
- Presentation preparation
- Pre- and post-session reading as recommended by academic staff
- Preparation for and completion of course work
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students are provided with formative feedback throughout the module. Students with particular difficulties with their progress during the module are encouraged to seek advice from the modular team.Group verbal feedback will be provided by the facilitator during Problem Based Learning sessions and written feedback following the presentation associated with each scenario.
Seminar participation will gauge general progress and allow identification of any learning issues that need immediate attention.
Group feedback will be provided on the summative examination, and individual feedback can be provided on request.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Group Project | 30 minutes | 10.00 |
Group Project | 30 minutes | 10.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 20.00 |
Formative feedback on progress during Problem Based Learning group work is provided by the facilitator. Written feedback is provided following the group presentations. Marks will be awarded for the group, not for the individual student.
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr | 80.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 80.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
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