BDSA events
The BDSA has an annual tradition of organising two national student events: the Sports Day and Conference.
The aim of the BDSA is to promote unity and build relationships between UK dental students.
To support this goal, the BDSA has an annual tradition of organising two national student events: the Sports Day and Conference.
BDA student members get over £30 discounted off tickets for both BDSA Sports Day and BDSA Conference.
BDSA Conference 2024-25
Leeds
Date: 8–9 February 2025
In February 2024, the British Dental Students Association (BDSA) celebrated its two-day annual conference in London. The event saw over 600 dental students from across the UK gather for an unforgettable weekend of unique educational and networking opportunities, tailored specifically to the next generation of dentists.
The next BDSA Conference will strive to uphold this standard and allow dental students from all over the UK to integrate and network with professionals in the field, whilst still being extremely fun and memorable. The BDSA Conference will be hosted by Leeds on 8 and 9 February 2025. Follow the BDSA Conference Leeds 2025 Instagram page for updates @bdsaleeds
BDSA Annual Research Summit
BDSA Annual Research Summit will take place at the Conference on 8-9 February 2025.
Submission Criteria
Submit your Abstract Paper of a maximum words before the deadline! The winner will present their research in front of judges at the BDSA Conference 2025.
- All participants will have their research published on the BDSA website 'Book of Abstracts' and receive a certificate of participation accredited by the BDSA.
- Open to all dental undergraduate students (BDS)
- Open to all dental related research.
BDSA Annual Research Summit 2024:
Discover last year's research from dental students across the UK in the 2024 Research Summit Book of Abstracts. This booklet showcases the dedication and innovation of students who have pioneered research in diverse areas of dentistry. Featuring a wide range of topics, from “Decolonising the Dental Curriculum” to “The Interplay between Islam and Oral Healthcare”, this collection highlights the fresh perspectives shaping the future of the field.
With record-breaking submissions from students at various Dental Schools and across all year groups, this year’s summit marks a significant contribution from the next generation of dental professionals. Special thanks to Curaden UK for their sponsorship and to Professor Abigail Tucker and Dr. Sadia Niazi of King’s College London for selecting our top entries.
BDSA Sports Day 2025
Sheffield
Date: 21–22 June 2025
Through the spirit of physical competition, the BDSA Sports Day promotes integration amongst the student dental community from all UK schools, with over 600 students attending each year. Since 2003, the BDSA has proudly organised this annual event to foster connections and strengthen the community among dental students across the UK. This year, the event heads to Sheffield, promising to be bigger and better than ever with new sports, exciting socials, and enhanced opportunities for networking and building lasting friendships. Sheffield’s unique setting will make the 2025 Sports Day an unforgettable experience, celebrating the vibrant spirit of our student community.
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Future locations
The location of these events is decided by vote at the BDSA annual conference every spring. Candidates usually prepare a short presentation to deliver to delegates at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Any UK dental student can choose to run one of these events. Students do not have to have been a BDA representative beforehand to put themselves forward for this role.
If you are interested in hosting an event at your dental school, please contact the current BDSA President for more details.
Behaviour policy
The BDSA Sports Day and Annual Conference are both popular events involving a large number of students and they pride themselves on the professional behaviour of delegates, please see the BDSA Behaviour Policy.