Dental student membership

For just £30 a year, get study resources, career guidance, 24/7 wellbeing support and a stronger voice in the profession you're about to join.

Why dental students join us

Dental school is demanding. BDA student membership gives you practical support to make it a little easier, from study resources and wellbeing support to career advice and help preparing for life after graduation.

And you're not just joining for what you can access today. You'll become part of the organisation representing dental students and dentists across the UK and working to shape the profession you're about to enter.

Support at every stage of dental school 

One membership that grows with you.

• Your membership includes 24/7 confidential, independent mental health and wellbeing support, a service that could cost more than your annual membership if accessed privately

• Join a community of dental students who are keen on growing a collective voice and making a change

• Representation through your professional body and trade union.

Study smarter, not harder

• Revise with thousands of dental textbooks and journals included as part of your membership

• Find trusted information faster with library article packages on key curriculum topics

• Build a stronger CV and prepare for interviews with practical tools and guidance

• Stay up to date with BDJ Student and the latest clinical insights.

Get ahead before you graduate

• Explore a wide range of career paths in dentistry (DFT, DCT, specialties, working abroad, and loads more)

• Access our mock SJT test

• Access CV tools and interview prep

• Hear directly from experienced dentists and specialists

• Apply for our Future Leaders Programme and build your leadership skills, expand your professional network and discover how you can help shape the future of dentistry.

What dental students say 

“I don’t think I realised just how much gravitas the BDA have had in lobbying the government and the press. I also now realise the impact of the student voice!

“The SJT module they have was super useful when it came to SJT prep. I think it was very representative of how it was in the exam – even the formatting.

“The [Future Leader’s] programme has given me valuable insight into the various career pathways available within dentistry beyond clinical practice, which has broadened my perspective on what a dental career can look like. I’ve developed practical leadership, teamwork and decision-making skills that I can already see benefitting my professional and personal development.

Your questions answered

For £30 a year