Curriculum
Required Degree Completion Courses
The following course work is required of all students working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene and encompasses both University Core and Dental Hygiene Core classes.
| University of Detroit Mercy Core Curriculum | Semester cr. | |
| MTH 101 | College Algebra | 3 |
| CIS 100 | Intro to Computers | 3 |
| PHL 100 | Intro to Philosophy | 3 |
| RS 100 | Intro to Religion | 3 |
| An Additional Philosophy or Religious Studies Course | 3 | |
| HIS | History | 3 |
| Culture/Language | 3 | |
| Art/Music/Drama | 3 |
| Dental Hygiene Core Curriculum | Semester cr. | |
| Dental Hygiene Research Methods | 2 | |
| Dental Hygiene Practicum (field work experience) | 2 | |
| Dental Hygiene Capstone (scholarly activity) | 2 |
Electives
Electives include any additional courses beyond those stated above necessary to achieve completion of 126 credit hours. This coursework may include any coursework or an independent/directed study in the student’s particular area of interest.