Operating Department Practice

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Food science and nutritionParamedic science

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

Course Overview

Seeking a rewarding career as a key member of a surgical team in the operating department? This BSc Operating Department Practice degree is for you.

Why study with us

  • You’ll have access to our state-of-the-art clinical skills and anatomy laboratories.

  • Topics you’ll study include the anaesthetic, surgical and recovery phases of Operating Department Practice, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, embedding change and leadership and management in the perioperative environment.

  • Once you graduate, you’ll be able to work in operating departments and be eligible to apply for statutory registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

    What you'll do

  • You’ll develop your career, enhance your knowledge and skills, and gain an academic qualification.

  • Clinical placements are provided in NHS Trusts to enhance your personal and professional development.

  • University and staff and services provide an excellent level of support for you on this course to allow you to succeed in your studies.

    Future Careers

    With a BSc in Operating Department Practice you could work as an ODP in an NHS Trust or private healthcare provider in the UK.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
    BTEC DMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    2223 Speech and language therapists
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    2222 Occupational therapists
    2231 Midwifery nurses

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Food science and nutrition, Paramedic science
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000

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    University of Central Lancashire

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