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DIU - Dresden International University GmbH
Bachelor German Medicine & Health

Dentalhygiene

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

DIU - Dresden International University GmbH Dresden · Saxony

About the Program

This program, specifically designed for dental assistants, offers in-depth knowledge and practical skills in dentistry, combined with interprofessional collaboration. Students expand their competencies in areas such as periodontology, caries prevention, and interdisciplinary patient care. The study optimally prepares students for the challenges in modern dental practice and enables them to develop new career paths, services, and tasks. This includes the ability to relieve dentists within the framework of the Dental Health Act by taking over tasks in the field of building and managing prevention areas and non-surgical periodontitis therapies. After completing this study, graduates are able to take on complex tasks in dental diagnostics, prevention, therapy, and aftercare within the scope of delegable services in the care of healthy individuals and patients with dental, oral, and maxillofacial diseases. Furthermore, they can take over the entire non-surgical periodontitis therapy and support dentists with practice management.
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This program, specifically designed for dental assistants, offers in-depth knowledge and practical skills in dentistry, combined with interprofessional collaboration. Students expand their competencies in areas such as periodontology, caries prevention, and interdisciplinary patient care. The study optimally prepares students for the challenges in modern dental practice and enables them to develop new career paths, services, and tasks. This includes the ability to relieve dentists within the framework of the Dental Health Act by taking over tasks in the field of building and managing prevention areas and non-surgical periodontitis therapies. After completing this study, graduates are able to take on complex tasks in dental diagnostics, prevention, therapy, and aftercare within the scope of delegable services in the care of healthy individuals and patients with dental, oral, and maxillofacial diseases. Furthermore, they can take over the entire non-surgical periodontitis therapy and support dentists with practice management.

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How do I apply to Dentalhygiene at DIU - Dresden International University GmbH?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Dentalhygiene at DIU - Dresden International University GmbH

Is Dentalhygiene at DIU - Dresden International University GmbH taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Dentalhygiene programme cost? ▼

1.785 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Dentalhygiene at DIU - Dresden International University GmbH? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Dentalhygiene? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to DIU - Dresden International University GmbH — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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