Course coordinator
Dr Selwin Samuel
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2026 (23/02/2026 - 20/06/2026)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- Herston
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- Herston
- Coordinating unit
- Dentistry School
This course focuses on clinically oriented sciences, providing students with an engaging learning experience through competency-building activities, including lectures, workshops, tutorials, and case-based discussions. It emphasises the application of basic and clinical science knowledge, fostering an understanding of the scientific foundations of dental practice and oral health maintenance. Additionally, students will be introduced to common dental and oral diseases, broadening their awareness of conditions relevant to professional practice.
This course aims to give students detailed knowledge and understanding of the basic sciences, including anatomy, biology, physics, chemistry, microbiology, and biochemistry of the head and neck, as applied to clinical dental practice. ﾠ
Course requirements
Recommended prerequisites
We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:
DENT7001
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
DENT1020
Restrictions
Restricted to students enrolled in the DDentMed program.
Course contact
Lecturer
Dr Selwin Samuel
Course staff
Lecturer
Mr Ryan Homes
Dr Luna Velasco
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course provides comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the basic sciences, including anatomy, biology, embryology, morphology, histology, and biochemistry, focusing on areas relevant to dental practice. It also helps students develop key analytical and communication skills essential for professional practice, such as problem identification and resolution, information literacy, and academic writing.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Identify the major anatomical structures of the head and neck and relate these to their function.
LO2.
Identify the anatomy and histology of structures within and around the oral cavity, including their clinical appearance.
LO3.
Describe the anatomical structures of the orofacial region, as relate to the normal function of the mouth and associated structures.
LO4.
Label the histological and radiographic features of structures of the orofacial region.
LO5.
Understand the embryology and histology of tooth development and patterns of tooth eruption.
LO6.
Describe the anatomy of the permanent and primary dentition, using correct terminology.
LO7.
Differentiate between normal and abnormal features with respect to structures of the oro-facial region.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination |
Tooth Morphology, Eruption Timings, and Notation Exam
|
30% |
14/04/2026 12:00 pm |
| Examination, Practical/ Demonstration |
Practical (Anatomy)
|
30% Must Pass |
22/05/2026 1:00 pm |
| Examination |
End of Semester Examination
|
40% Must Pass |
End of Semester Exam Period 6/06/2026 - 20/06/2026 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Tooth Morphology, Eruption Timings, and Notation Exam
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
14/04/2026 12:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L05, L06
Task description
This assessment takes the form of a written exam during a scheduled DENT7101 session. It might consist of a mix of multiple-choice, true/false, matching, labelling, and short answer questions. The examination will run for 60 minutes. Certain components of this exam may involve the identification of extracted natural teeth, which must be handled under strict infection control protocols.
Exam details
| Planning time | no planning time minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Practical (Anatomy)
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Written
- Category
- Examination, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 30% Must Pass
- Due date
22/05/2026 1:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L07
Task description
This practical test consists of multiple-choice and short answer questions covering the following course content. Topics for this practical test may include: • Anatomy, Embryology & histology of the head and neck • Structure of the head and neck: bones & muscles • Structure of the head and neck: nerves & vessels • Salivary glands & composition •Anatomy, Embryology & histology of the oral cavity • Structure of the oral cavity
Hurdle requirements
To meet the hurdle requirements, students must achieve a minimum score of 50% on this exam. There is ONE resit option available if a student does not achieve a pass. Students must take into consideration the criteria and comments from the first attempt in resitting this assessment. Upon passing the resit examination, the student’s final mark is capped at a maximum of 50%, regardless of the score achieved.Exam details
| Planning time | no planning time minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
End of Semester Examination
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 40% Must Pass
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
6/06/2026 - 20/06/2026
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
This 120-minute exam consists of multiple-choice, short answer and problem-solving questions covering all course content.
Hurdle requirements
To meet the hurdle requirements, students must achieve a minimum score of 50% on this exam.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 19 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of less than 20%. |
| 2 (Fail) | 20 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of at least 20% but less than 45% OR has failed two hurdle requirements. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of at least 45% but less than 50% OR Attains the overall pass mark BUT has failed one hurdle requirement. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of at least 50% but less than 65% AND has passed all hurdle requirements. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of at least 65% but less than 75% AND has passed all hurdle requirements. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall marks of 75% but less than 85% AND has passed all hurdle requirements. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Attains an overall mark of at least 85% AND has passed all hurdle requirements. |
Additional course grading information
Percentage marks will be rounded to the nearest whole number, i.e., 84.4% will round down to 84% and 84.5% will round up to 85%. This will apply to all grade cutoffs apart from a grade of 4. The minimum pass mark is 50%, and a pass cannot be achieved with 49.5%.
The School of Dentistry permits the resubmission or resitting of failed assessment items in specific and defined circumstances. In this course, the hurdle laboratory assessment component is eligible once for consideration for the resubmission/resit option under the following conditions: Achieve a minimum pass mark for that assessment item. After resubmission or resitting, the maximum result is a pass mark for that assessment component. Students who are granted a resit/resubmission for an assessment item and do not attend on/submit by the scheduled date will not be permitted to reschedule the assessment/be granted an extension to the due date.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Not Timetabled |
Extend Course Content Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08 |
Workshop |
Workshops Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08 |
|
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 12 |
Tutorial |
Tutorials Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
- AI for Assessment Guide
- Recording of Teaching Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Occupational Health and Safety in the Laboratory Guideline
- Fitness to Practise Policy
- Vaccinations and Immunisation Procedure
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course:
Course guidelines
State Legislation
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students should be familiar with and shall not contravene:
The Transplantation and Anatomy Act, 1979 (Qld) - Transplantation and Anatomy Act 1979 - Queensland Legislation - Queensland Government
The Criminal Code Act, 1899 (Qld) - Criminal Code Act 1899 - Queensland Legislation - Queensland Government