Welsh students receive first-hand dentistry experience

The year 12 Seren Academy learners from across Wales have spent three days as undergrads at Cardiff University’s state-of-the-art medical and dentistry facilities, attending practical clinical sessions and interactive lectures. Students had the opportunity to live on campus like real undergraduates, learning clinical and communication skills from practising experts.

During the three days, 15 Seren students attended the dentistry residential at Wales’ only dental school at Cardiff University. They participated in dental workshops and gained firsthand experience in dentistry.

Additionally, the potential medics got hands-on experience as doctors during the ‘Hope Hospital’ workshop. With volunteers playing the part of patients the students, supported by clinicians, were required to take their clinical histories, assess, and treat symptoms.