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P166 Social Inequalities When Applying to Study Dentistry

Speakers: Ian MillsDr Patricia Neville PhD MA BA Dr Adam Holder Dr Victoria Niven BDSDr Sasha ScamblerProf. Sally Hanks Prof. Jennifer Gallagher MBE

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In this CGDent recorded webinar, speakers examine the issues surrounding social inequalities and consider how they may affect students when applying to study dentistry.

Aims

This course aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding social inequalities and consider how they may affect students when applying to study dentistry.

Objectives

 During this course learners will be able to:

  • Explain the impact of social class on attainment within higher education.
  • Discuss as to whether socio-economic status impacts on entry to dental school.
  • Outline the current admissions process and how this creates barriers to entry.
  • Discuss why social diversity matters.
  • Discuss what can be done to improve widening participation.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course the learner will gain an better understanding of:

  • Social inequalities when applying to study dentistry.

GDC Development Outcomes

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1. Myth Busting Assumptions

Adam Holder

2. Why does social diversity matter? Meritocracy

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Sasha Scambler

3. The impact of social class on attainment. with higher education

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Patricia Neville

4. Does socio-economic status impact on entry to dental school?

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Jenny Gallagher

5. Barriers to entry

Victoria Niven

6. What can be done to improve widening participation

Sally Hanks

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