TR801 · Level 7 · 2 years

Dental Nursing

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

510

Up 79 points since 2023 (431).

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About this course

A two year Level 7 diploma that trains you to work as a dental nurse. It is based in the Dublin Dental University Hospital on Trinity's campus, with small classes.

How long
2 years
What you study
You split your time between lectures and clinical practice. First year covers microbiology, pathology, physiology, medical emergencies, anatomy, oral health and clinical dentistry. Second year adds practice management, health psychology, a portfolio of experience and a case study with a presentation. Attendance is Monday to Friday during the working day.
Placement and abroad
Clinical placements run in both years, including in the hospital, other institutions and private practices.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in dental hospitals, HSE clinics and general or specialist practices, and can go on to further study such as the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.
Who it suits
Suits students who like hands-on, practical work and being part of a team looking after patients.

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Points history

2023431202444520254662026510

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026510Published after the final round
2025 466462515
2024 445404487
2023 431410484

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6
  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H6 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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