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BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Are you enthusiastic, great with people and keen to make a living improving and saving lives?

Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) are an essential part of the surgical team. They take care of patients, prepare the operating theatre and surgical equipment, and act as a vital link between the surgical team, other hospital departments and patients.

Our BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice degree course, which we've developed with local NHS Trusts and the private sector, provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to work in this demanding and rewarding role.

General Eligibility

  • A levels – BBB–BBC

  • UCAS points – 112–120 points from 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include 32 points from a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Applied Science, Sports Science, PE).

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM-DMM

  • International Baccalaureate – 29

  • T levels – Merit

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules in this year include:

  • Foundation of Evidence Based Practice

  • Foundations of ODP Professional Practice

  • Fundamentals of Perioperative Practice

  • Science Informing Practice

2 Year 2

Core modules in this year include:

  • Applied ODP Professional Practice

  • Engaging With Service Improvement

  • Evidence Based Decision Making

  • Perioperative Care of Specialist Patient Groups

  • Perioperative Use of Drugs

3 Year 3

Core modules in this year include:

  • Complex Perioperative Care

  • Enhancing Operating ODP Professional Practice

  • Leading Safe and Effective Care

  • Project

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in each component).

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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