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Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

About the Program

Dentistry is concerned with scientifically based diagnosis and treatment of dental, oral, and jaw maladies. Such maladies also include malocclusion of the teeth and missing teeth. Besides the therapeutic measures of removing badly damaged teeth, restorative dental treatment and the construction of dental prostheses, other areas of dentistry have become increasingly important in recent decades, such as the prevention of two common conditions—tooth decay and periodontitis—and the treatment of diseases of the mouth and jaws. With regard to diagnosis and treatment, our dentistry program stresses a holistic approach, seeing the patient as a biological-medicinal whole, because dental and oral disease can be interrelated with other areas of the body and systemic diseases in many different ways, and these must be taken into account. For this reason, the University offers a number of courses in general medicine as a fixed part of the clinical section of its Dentistry degree program (e.g. internal medicine, general surgery, ENT, dermatology, pharmacology, pathology, hygiene). After students complete their studies by passing the State Dentistry Examination, which is required for a license to practice dentistry, they undergo a practical preparatory period at a dental practice or dental clinic.
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Dentistry is concerned with scientifically based diagnosis and treatment of dental, oral, and jaw maladies. Such maladies also include malocclusion of the teeth and missing teeth. Besides the therapeutic measures of removing badly damaged teeth, restorative dental treatment and the construction of dental prostheses, other areas of dentistry have become increasingly important in recent decades, such as the prevention of two common conditions—tooth decay and periodontitis—and the treatment of diseases of the mouth and jaws. With regard to diagnosis and treatment, our dentistry program stresses a holistic approach, seeing the patient as a biological-medicinal whole, because dental and oral disease can be interrelated with other areas of the body and systemic diseases in many different ways, and these must be taken into account. For this reason, the University offers a number of courses in general medicine as a fixed part of the clinical section of its Dentistry degree program (e.g. internal medicine, general surgery, ENT, dermatology, pharmacology, pathology, hygiene). After students complete their studies by passing the State Dentistry Examination, which is required for a license to practice dentistry, they undergo a practical preparatory period at a dental practice or dental clinic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Dentistry at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Is Dentistry at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English?

This Other 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 Dentistry programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Dentistry at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn?

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 Dentistry?

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 Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — 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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