Operating Department Practice - BSc (Hons)

The Operating Department Practice course at Birmingham City University is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective operating department practitioners. The course covers a wide range of topics, including anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, patient assessment and management, and surgical techniques. Students will also learn how to use technology and equipment safely and effectively in clinical practice. Throughout the course, students will be expected to demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios through practical exercises and simulations.

Additional Information

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical sessions, and online resources. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including operating theatres and simulation suites. The course is designed to be flexible, with options for part-time or full-time study. Graduates of the course will be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a perioperative practitioner.

Leading the Way in Healthcare Education: Why Choose Birmingham City University?

Birmingham City University is one of the leading universities in the UK for healthcare education. The university has a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and knowledgeable healthcare professionals, with a focus on practical learning and real-world application. Students who graduate from the Operating Department Practice course at Birmingham City University will have the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this rapidly changing field.

Operating Department Practitioners provide holistic care for a diverse range of patient groups, both within and beyond the operating theatre. This BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice course uses the Modernising Allied Health Professions Career Framework, which spirals through each of the three years to align to the €˜Four Pillars of Practice, to maximize the choice available to you within the operating theatre and beyond. Successful completion of the course will allow you to be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and gain employment as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).

Applicants who have not received their secondary school education in English will require an overall IELTS score of 7, with no subtest below 6.5