The Graduate Diploma of Dentistry builds upon knowledge acquired in the Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science program. This program involves continuous development of the theoretical knowledge underpinning dental practice followed by extensive clinical experience with patients in the Griffith Dental Clinic. Students will also be exposed to work-integrated clinical placements in the community in a wide range of settings including Queensland Health Dental Clinics, hospital rotations, remote and Indigenous community clinics, and other remote clinics run by Griffith University. This program is open only to students who have successfully completed the Griffith University Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science program. This program is designed to expose students to a variety of clinical competencies, knowledge and attributes leading to a comprehensive care approach when treating patients. This program has an emphasis on clinical skills, communication skills and teaches the art of dentistry in its wider social and ethical context, preparing students to become competent, caring and socially responsible dentists.