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The Dentist Summer Experience

£2,290.00

Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of dentistry this summer.

Under the expert guidance of practising dental professionals, you’ll learn essential techniques—like conducting thorough examinations, interpreting X-rays, and performing basic restorative procedures—that define modern oral healthcare. From interactive workshops to real-life patient case studies, every session offers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of a career in dentistry.

You’ll also receive tailored advice on building a strong application for dental school, honing your hands-on skills, and developing the communication and empathy needed to excel in patient care. Whether you’re aiming for a future as a dentist or simply exploring the field, this immersive experience provides the perfect foundation for your professional journey.

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Price
£2,290.00
Duration
1-2 Weeks
Location
UCL, London
Ages
15-18
Start Date
19 July 2027
SKU: a5962f21b3df

Programme Information

Immersive Dental Experiences

  • Experience the daily routine of real dentists in a simulated dental clinic.
  • Drill, suture and take impressions on phantom heads under the guidance of experienced dentists.
  • Take patient histories and provide diagnoses, stepping into the role of a consultant dentist.
  • Explore specialisms such as orthodontics, oral surgery and dental public health.
  • Analyse x-rays, discuss diagnoses and propose treatment plans.

 

Gain a Qualification and UCAS Points

  • Gain practical dental experience to strengthen your university application and show your dedication to the profession.
  • Have your work assessed to receive a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning, worth 8 UCAS points.
  • Complete the online assessment after the programme to receive a personalised certificate and industry reference letter.

 

Meet Senior Dentists

  • Be coached through practical sessions by dentists from a range of specialisms.
  • Ask questions to dentists and dental students during an interactive panel Q&A session.

 

Dental School Admission Coaching

  • Receive expert guidance from dentists on how to excel in every stage of the dental school admissions process.
  • Develop your personal statement writing skills with tips tailored to dental applications.
  • Prepare for the UCAT exam with advice and strategies for success.
  • Practise your interview skills in a simulated Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) circuit.

 

World-Class Universities and World-Class People

  • Experience life at University College London (UCL), one of the world’s leading universities.
  • Meet ambitious students from around the world and build a valuable global network.

 

Design Your Own Summer Experience

  • Choose from the following programme options:
    • First Week Only (taster experience)
    • Two-Week Experience (full programme)
    • Two-Week Enhanced Experience (both weeks plus enhanced benefits)
  • Choose residential or non-residential attendance.
  • Residential students stay at UCL student halls in central London, with meals, guardianship and evening/weekend social activities included.
  • Optional airport transfers are available at checkout.

Week 1

The World of a Dentist

  • Develop dexterity by carving teeth and practising precision work
  • Learn how to conduct patient consultations and support oral care
  • Work through complex patient case studies and choose appropriate treatments

 

Enter the Dental Practice

  • Experience a simulated dental clinic: learn key procedures and equipment used
  • Review dental X-rays, discuss treatment plans, and learn how to diagnose issues
  • Take part in dental training challenges including ethics and empathy

 

Oral Health Diagnostics

  • Review complex patient cases and demonstrate empathy when breaking bad news
  • Master your hand control and precision in an indirect vision activity
  • Perform dental scaling and discover how to clean hardened plaque on a dental typodont

 

Excelling in Your Dental School Application

  • Build a strong application and craft an outstanding personal statement
  • Practise interview and MMI stations
  • Receive coaching from dentists experienced in admissions and interviews

 

Orthodontics and Surger

  • Investigate different types of pain management and create a pain management plan
  • Discover different pathways in dentistry from maxillofacial to orthodontist
  • Perform an interrupted suture on a wound and receive feedback from dentists

 

Week 2

Clinical Skills

  • Cast dental impressions in a prosthetics lab and work with phantom heads
  • Treat dental decay, perform suturing and manage dental trauma
  • Recommend post-treatment care and follow-up procedures

 

Dentistry Beyond the Practice

  • Explore oral surgery, orthodontics and public dental health planning
  • Learn common orthodontic procedures and create a dental health strategy
  • Discover dental research and the testing of new treatments and diagnostics

 

Pain Management and Dentistry Ethics

  • Understand patient anxiety and learn pain management and sedation techniques
  • Debate ethical dilemmas in dentistry with peers and professionals
  • Take part in a Q&A session with dentists and dental students

 

Graduation & Certification

  • Celebrate your achievements at the closing ceremony
  • Receive an industry reference letter signed by professionals

 

2-Week Enhanced

Overview

  • Includes all Week 1 and Week 2 experiences plus enhanced benefits

 

Highlights

  • 15 extra contact hours with professionals
  • Masterclasses in CV writing, LinkedIn, personal branding and Oxbridge/Ivy League applications
  • Develop a professional portfolio
  • Psychometric testing to understand your strengths and motivations
  • Team strategy challenge and networking at a Gala dinner in London

Start Dates
19th July 2027

 

Venues
The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus. Certain days take place in other key industry locations in London

 

Accommodation location
Students live on university campus in central London and are allocated to halls of residence used by University of London students, including those from UCL and LSE. We typically occupy a range of halls, including Garden Halls, College Hall, International Hall and Frances Gardner House.

All rooms are single and en-suite.

“A great opportunity to communicate with experienced dentists. I highly recommend this course for students who would like to gain more information about Dentistry. It has definitely helped me decide to pursue a career as a dentist.”

Dentist Summer Experience

Student

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Programme Comparison: 1-Week vs 2-Week vs Enhanced

Compared to the 1-week programme, the 2-week programme includes twice as many contact hours with professionals, up to three more visits to professional sites, plus the Level 3 Work Experience Qualification (worth 8 UCAS points), and professional development coaching. The Enhanced programme includes 15 more hours with professionals, as well as psychometric testing, a private gala garden party, and job application workshops.

What’s included 1-Week Summer Experience 2-Week Summer Experience 2-Week Enhanced Summer Experience
Hours of contact time with professionals 25 50 65
Hands-on career simulations
Programme materials, equipment & resources
Programme assessment & digital certificate
On-site safeguarding & pastoral care
Experience UCL campus
Branded InvestIN merchandise
Excursions to professional workplaces/venues Up to 2 Up to 5 Up to 5
Assessment centre
Graduation ceremony & physical certificate
Industry reference letter signed by professionals
Level 3 Award in Work Experience & Assessment for UCAS Points
Professional development & university admissions coaching
Experience LSE campus
Psychometric testing & personality profiling
CV, LinkedIn & job application workshops
Gala garden party & networking event with professionals
Price without accommodation £2,290 £3,685 £4,620
Price with accommodation £3,865 £6,995 £7,930

 

Our immersive career experiences are delivered by InvestIN, a provider of life-changing career experiences since 2012.

FAQs

Yes. You can book this course with or without accommodation.

Students who book accommodation live on university campus in central London and are allocated to halls of residence used by University of London students, including those from UCL and LSE. We typically occupy a range of halls, including Garden Halls, College Hall, International Hall and Frances Gardner House.

Every student in our halls of residence has a private ensuite bedroom, and receives breakfast and dinner each day, all travel throughout the programme, and access to our fun schedule of evening social activities.

In our accommodation, students have 24/7 access to our safeguarding team, as well as their own dedicated house parent.

Bookings are taken on a first come, first served basis. We do not have an application process, and do not expect any of our students to have any prior knowledge, simply a keen interest in the career area!

We introduce each topic at an introductory level, with guidance from our industry professionals. There are also opportunities to work towards more advanced concepts where students feel comfortable.

Please note that all students must be able to speak English at a level B2 (intermediate).

What are UCAS points?

UCAS points are a numerical measure of UK qualifications used for university admissions. They help universities compare post-16 qualifications such as A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate.

For instance, a grade B at A Level is worth 40 UCAS points, and a grade 4 in a Higher Level subject at IB is worth 32 UCAS points.

How do I earn UCAS points on this course?

If you select a 2-week or 2-week Enhanced programme, you will have the opportunity to gain a Level 3 Work Experience qualification. This qualification is worth 8 UCAS points.

You can learn more here.

In addition to all the teaching and experiences included in the 2-week programme, the 2-week Enhanced programme also includes:

  • An opportunity to experience the London School of Economics (LSE) campus
  • Psychometric testing and personality profiling
  • A private Gala garden party and networking event with professionals
  • CV, LinkedIn, and job application workshops
  • 15 extra hours of contact time with professionals

Simply select your chosen start date, duration, and other add-ons at the top of the page, and click ‘Book Now’. You will be taken to a booking form, where you will need to fill out both the parent’s and student’s details. The process takes just a few minutes.

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