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Buckinghamshire New University| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | Full-time | 4 years | September | - | - |
Do you want to change lives for the better? Our Operating Department Practice course helps you gain the skills you need to play a valued role in the operating theatre working with surgeons, anaesthetists and other clinical teams.
You’ll learn from experienced lecturers and technicians using state-of-the-art simulation facilities, with time out on clinical placement where you'll build up your practice hours and learn by doing.
This combined learning approach of theory and experience will prepare you to help patients through the vulnerable times in their lives. Upon completion of the degree, you’ll be eligible to register with the Health & Care Professions Council.
Why study BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice?
Ready for a demanding career
We make sure you are equipped fully to deal with anything life as an ODP throws at you. With the opportunity to gain one to one tutoring with former and current ODPs, you will learn about the roles of generalist experts such as anaesthetists, nurses, surgeons and more, you’ll have a good idea of what you’ll face after graduation through first hand practical learning.
Quality teaching reputation
We have a strong reputation both locally and nationally for the quality of our teaching, the level of support we give to our placement trusts and more. Graduates from BNU leave us ready for the future, familiar with the skills they need and feeling positive they can gain the role of their dreams.
Accredited course
Once you graduate from this course, you'll be eligible to apply for registration as an ODP with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), which enables you to practice in the UK. We've been running our operating department practice course for many years and students benefit from an excellent standard of teaching provided by staff from the University.
For fees please visit the course page on our website.
Additional course costs and financial support
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.
Questions about fees?
If you have any questions about the fees above, contact our Enquiries team by calling 0330 123 2023 or emailing [email protected].
For entry requirements please visit the course page on our website.
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