7Sep
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University of Portsmouth has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Overview Discover how to be an effective member of a theatre team on this integrated BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice Degree Apprenticeship. Prepare to provide expert assistance throughout the perioperative process by developing skills in anaesthetics, surgery, and post-anaesthetic care. Learn how to advocate for patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures, enabling you to work alongside medical colleagues and ensure high quality care. This is a new course and we’re currently finalising the detailed information for this page. You can still see entry requirements and apply.
Modules
Year 1: Core modules in this year include: -Transition to Pre-Registration Healthcare in Higher Education (20 credits) -Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology (20 credits) -Introduction to Anaesthetic Practice (20 credits) -Introduction to Surgical Practice – 20 credits -Principles of Patient Assessment and Post Anaesthetic Care (20 credits) -Level 4 ODP Clinical Placement (20 credits) There are no optional modules in this year. Year 2: Core modules in this year include: -Altered Physiology and Considerations for Practice (20 credits) -Developing Anaesthetic Skills and Practice (20 credits) -Perioperative Pharmacology for the ODP (20 credits) -Research Methods in Perioperative Practice (20 credits) -Context of Professional Practice and Patient Advocacy (20 credits) -Level 5 ODP Clinical Placement (20 credits) There are no optional modules in this year. Year 3: Core modules in this year include: -Acute and Complex Perioperative Care (20 credits) -Leadership in Perioperative Care (20 credits) -Enhanced Perioperative Practice (20 credits) -Supporting Learners in Practice and Transition to Registration(20 credits) -Level 6 ODP Clinical Placement (20 credits) There are no optional modules in this year.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 112 points
A level - BBC - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 - 29 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
All applicants to the Degree Apprenticeship courses must have an acceptable Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics. Acceptable qualifications include GCSE with grade C/4 or above and Functional Skills with Pass - please note that we are not able to accept all kinds of Level 2 qualifications, so if you are unsure whether you have a suitable qualification please get in touch. If you do not have an acceptable qualification you will be required to take an additional assessment during the application process.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
All applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course.
Health checks
All applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course.
Interview
All applicants will be invited to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or undertake additional assessment.
Portfolio
All applicants will be invited to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or undertake additional assessment.
Other
All applicants will be required to complete a Skills Gap Analysis before completing an application form.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
**Undergraduate fees for 2024 entry will be available shortly.**
For more information about fees, go to https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance/tuition-fees-living-costs-and-other-study-costs
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP
Clearing contact details
Contact us about ClearingUniversity Admissions Centre - Clearing
023 9284 8000
Additional information
Clearing Hotline opening hours: Thursday 15th August - 08:00 - 20:00 Friday 16th August - 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday 17th August - 10:00 - 14:00 Sunday 18th August - Closed Monday 19th onwards - 09:00 - 17:00 (09:00 - 16:00 on Fridays)