Operating Department Practice (Hons) University of Bedfordshire

Overview

The B.Sc. in Operating Department Practice (Hons) at the University of Bedfordshire equips students with the necessary skills to become registered operating department practitioners (ODPs). This comprehensive programme focuses on delivering compassionate, safe, and effective care throughout the perioperative journey, a critical period when patients are particularly vulnerable. Students will develop the expertise required to collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and theatre nurses across various healthcare environments, including operating theatres, emergency departments, and intensive care units.

Why Operating Department Practice at University of Bedfordshire?

The University of Bedfordshire is renowned for its commitment to student satisfaction, achieving over 90% satisfaction rates in teaching and academic support. The programme is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), ensuring that graduates are eligible to register as ODPs upon completion. Additionally, students benefit from hands-on experience through placements with esteemed partners such as Great Ormond Street Hospital and Bedfordshire Hospitals, enhancing their learning experience with real-world applications.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Operating Department Practice (Hons) B.Sc. are structured as follows:

• National Students: £9,535 per year
• International Students: £16,800 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a robust foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, structured over three years:

• Academic Skills
• Inclusivity and Diversity in Care
• Professional Identities for Operating Department Practitioners
• Sciences for Perioperative Practice
• Change Management and Innovative Practice
• Pharmacology and Pathophysiology for Perioperative Practice
• Evidence-Based Practice for Operating Department Practitioners
• Mental Health Matters
• Advancing Perioperative Practice
• Operating Department Practice Project
• Medicines Management and Pharmacology

Careers with Operating Department Practice (Hons)

Graduates of the Operating Department Practice (Hons) B.Sc. are well-prepared for various career paths. Upon successful completion, they can register with the HCPC as ODPs, opening opportunities within NHS trusts, private healthcare, and independent sectors. Graduates may also pursue specialisations in areas such as paediatrics, critical care, and cardiovascular surgery, with options for postgraduate study including MSc and PhD opportunities in perioperative and allied health professions.