BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

University of Hull

United Kingdom, Hull

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University of Hull

United Kingdom , Hull

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

B990

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines29-Sep-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,000 / year(s)

Next Intake 29-Sep-2026

BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

About

About this course

Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of surgical theatre specialties.

At Hull, you’ll be taught by experts in the field and develop high-quality skills in anaesthetic, surgical and post-operative/anaesthetic care.

Our simulated clinical practice teaching takes place in the cutting-edge facilities of our award-winning new Allam Medical Building on this programme and our course boasts an incredible employability rating – so the career prospects couldn’t be better.

In fact, our degree has been designed in collaboration with local NHS trusts and private healthcare providers to meet the growing demand for ODPs both locally and nationally.

Plus, students studying this course may also receive a payment of at least £5,000 a year. This doesn't need to be paid back and is in addition to any financial support received through your student loan.

Scheduled study hours and how you’re assessed

To meet HCPC requirements, this is a full-time 3 year programme. This is organised over 45 scheduled weeks of study and three trimesters per year, with additional time scheduled for assessment and holidays.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

What do I need?

If you require a student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.

This course requires academic IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each skill. See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull.

If your English currently does not reach the University’s required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.

Visit your country page to find out more about our entry requirements.

Career

Future prospects

Our degree has an incredible graduate employabilityrating so the career prospects couldn’t be better.

You’ll graduate with the skills and experience to be a professional healthcare practitioner and eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Most of our graduates will go on to work in the NHS – but others find positions overseas, in private practice and the Armed Forces. Future progress options could include roles in medical associate professions such as surgical care practitioners and anaesthesia associate.