Outline

Overview

This unit of study continues to broaden the student's knowledge and understanding in the profession of Oral Health Therapy and more advanced theoetical concepts. Oral Health in Society focuses on Indigenous oral health.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Discipline of Oral Health
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	ORHL3101
Corequisites ?	ORHL3202 and ORHL3203
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Ashleigh Ayo, ashleigh.ayo@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Andrew Terry, a.terry@sydney.edu.au
	Melanie Aley, melanie.aley@sydney.edu.au
	Jennifer Mardini, jennifer.mardini@sydney.edu.au
	William Carlson-Jones, william.carlsonjones@sydney.edu.au
	Ashleigh Ayo, ashleigh.ayo@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 1 September 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Oral exam ?	Group Debate Debate on specific oral health topics	30%	Formal exam period	30 minutes	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Out-of-class quiz	Integrated Theory Test 1 MCQ/Short Answer exam	15%	Week 08	30 mins	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Creative work	Assessment 1 (Oral Health in Society) Oral Health in Society poster	30%	Week 10	1000 words max.	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Assessment 2 (Oral Health in Society) Oral Health in Society Presentation	10%	Week 10	5 minute video submission	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Out-of-class quiz	Integrated Theory Test 2 MCQ/Short Answer exam	15%	Week 13	30 mins	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The final results of the paired units of study (ORHL3101/3201) will be calculated with Semester 1 (ORHL3101) contributing 40% and Semester 2 (OHRL3201) contributing 60%.

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Formal exam period	Group Debate - all students	Presentation (8 hr)
Week -01	Introduction to ORHL3201 - Ashleigh Ayo	Online class (1 hr)
Week 01	Oral Health in Society: Assessment guidance - how to prepare a poster and a presentation - William Carlson-Jones (pre-recorded)	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 02	Integrated Theory: Sleep apnoea: Effects on oral health - Dr Oyku Dalci	Online class (1 hr)
	Oral Health in Society: Royal Flying Doctors Service (Dentistry) Dr Nic Reid	Online class (1 hr)
	Integrated Theory: Furcation Management - Tabitha Acret	Lecture (1 hr)
	Oral Health in Society: An Overview of Indigenous Oral Health - Erin Taylor	Online class (1 hr)
Week 04	Oral Health in Society: Oral Health Promotion for Indigenous Communities - Dr Yvonne Dimitriopolous	Online class (1 hr)
Week 04	Oral Health in Society: Maori Oral Health - Arish Naresh	Online class (1 hr)
Week 05	Integrated Theory: Tongue Ties - A/Prof Angus Cameron	Online class (1 hr)
Week 05	Oral Health in Society: Inuit Oral Health - Ashley Wendland	Online class (1 hr)
Week 06	Oral Health in Society: Refugee Oral Health - Naomi Wilson (COHS)	Online class (1 hr)
	Integrated Theory: TMJ and Orofacial Pain - Dr Anna Yi	Lecture (1 hr)
	Oral Health in Society: Cultural Safety, Colonisation and implications for nursing practice within First Nations health practice in Australia - Dr Reakeeta Smallwood	Online class (1 hr)
Week 07	Integrated Theory: Surgical periodontal therapy/peri-implant infections - Dr Tihana Divnik-Resnik	Online class (1 hr)
Week 08	Oral Health in Society: Torres Strait Islander Health - Nathaniel Tamwoy	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 08	Integrated Theory: Sutures and Periodontal Dressings - Ashleigh Ayo and William Carlson-Jones	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Integrated Theory: Sjogrens Syndrome - Ashleigh Ayo	Lecture (1 hr)
	Integrated Theory: Tooth Whitening - Nathan Aulsebrook	Lecture (1 hr)
	Integrated Theory: Working with the Hearing Imparied - Brooke Clews	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Integrated Theory: Abfraction and Abrasion - Nathan Aulsebrook	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 11	Integrated Theory: Scope of practice / Student Question & Answer Session - William Carlson-Jones	Tutorial (1.5 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Attendance is a professional responsibility required of all students admitted to academic programs within the Sydney Dental School. All programs in the Sydney Dental School have a 90% attendance policy, for all compulsory components of Units of Study, as detailed in the Faculty of Dentistry Attendance Provisions 2015. This includes all clinical and practical sessions. The course requirements cannot be satisfied if more than 10% of any section of a course is missed for any reason.
Professionalism: Students in all Sydney Dental School programs are subject to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Requirements 2019 and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Provisions 2019. Professionalism is an essential component of developing competency to practice. It is important for students to demonstrate professional behaviour in all contexts and environments. In accordance with these local provisions: candidates who demonstrate serious or repeated unprofessional behaviour may be required to show cause as to why their enrolment should be continued. Failure to show cause may result in exclusion from the course.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Perform clinical care competently and justify decisions using clinical reasoning, in order to demonstrate the regulatory standards required of a newly graduated oral health therapist.
LO2. Evaluate and address individual racism, your own biases, assumptions, stereotypes, and prejudices and provide care that is holistic, free of biases and racism.
LO3. Provide culturally safe care to diverse groups and populations, recognising barriers to accessing care and responding to the distinct needs of those at increased risk of poor oral health.
LO4. Apply self-reflective practices that promote personal and professional growth in order to engage and work collaboratively in interprofessional teams.
LO5. Evaluate and manage soft tissue pathology within the limits of an oral health therapist in accordance with the relevant legislation including referral to specialist if required.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered.

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Students must comply with work health and safety, infection control and dress standard policies of all laboratories, placement sites and Local Health Districts (LHDs).

Disclaimer

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

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ORHL3201: Foundations of Oral Health VI

Semester 2, 2025 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links