BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

Course Overview This BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice degree prepares healthcare workers to become registered practitioners, delivering essential patient-centered care throughout the entire peri-operative journey. The program features a dynamic blend of intensive university study and extensive clinical placements, mentored by qualified professionals in diverse settings. Graduates are equipped not only with advanced technical skills but also with a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and a unique focus on sustainable healthcare. Key Program Highlights Integrated learning approach with intensive university blocks followed by hands-on clinical practice Mentored placements across anaesthetics, surgery, recovery, emergency departments, and intensive care Development of critical research, audit, and reflective skills for evidence-based practice Focus on managing the ecological impact and reducing clinical waste in peri-operative care Preparation for expanding roles in non-traditional settings like pre-assessment and community clinics