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PRE-DENTAL

REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED COURSEWORK

Most Dental Schools require the following courses as part of the undergraduate preparation.

RequiredHumanities
Concepts in Biology
BI 111, 112, 113, 114
English Composition
EN 011, 012 or EN 110, EN 101
Anatomy & Physiology 
BI 131, 132
Foreign Language
Canadian Schools “Recommend”  French
Microbiology
BI 230
Psychology
PS 101
Cell Biology
BI 311
Social Science
B2 Electives
Inorganic Chemistry
CH 151, 152, 153, 154
Speech
CA 101
Organic Chemistry
CH 221, 222, 223, 224
Biochemistry:
CH 321, 323
Math/Calculus/Stats
MA 151, 152;  MA131
Physics
PY 111, 112, 113, 114


UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIPS

Undergraduate research whether in the sciences or the humanities is strongly recommended.  Internships at hospitals and clinics are also desirable.  See 360 & 390 listings under your major.

NB: Students should always check individual med/vet/dent/op schools for individual course requirements. Individual schools have specific undergraduate curriculum requirements.  The list above is a generic list.

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