ORAL20005 Oral Health Practice 2

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 50 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

• Final exam 80%: exam-heavy
• About 17.5 class hours a week

Is ORAL20005 hard?

ORAL20005: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it harder: Final exam 80%, You must pass the exam on its own, 1 other hurdle task, 17.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The year when simulation turns into treating real patients in clinic, assessed by clinical exams, a viva and ongoing practice.

After it you can

• Treat patients under supervision
• Plan care for common oral conditions
• Explain your clinical decisions in a viva

What you need first

100 points from ORAL10001, ORAL10003, ORAL10005

Take in the same semester or earlier

ORAL20003

• ORAL10001 Society and Health 1
• ORAL10003 Oral Health Sciences 1
• ORAL10005 Oral Health Practice 1

What it leads to

• ORAL30001 Oral Health Therapy Research
• ORAL30002 Oral Health Practice 3

How it’s assessed

Projects 20%, Final exam 80%, Participation 0%

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Quick answers

When is ORAL20005 offered?

Runs in 2026: Year-long: Semester 1 and Semester 2, one enrolment.

What do I need before taking ORAL20005?

Needs 100 points from ORAL10001, ORAL10003, ORAL10005. Must be taken before or alongside it: ORAL20003.

Does ORAL20005 have a final exam?

Yes, the final exam is 80% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Projects 20%, Final exam 80%, Participation 0%.

How many class hours a week does ORAL20005 have?

17.5 h a week in class

Can I take ORAL20005 as breadth?

No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.

What can I take after ORAL20005?

2 subjects need it first, for example ORAL30001, ORAL30002.

Can I rate ORAL20005?

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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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