22Apr
UndergraduateCourse summary
Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary
- Qualify for practice on a College of Operating Department Practitioners-accredited course.
- Be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) under the protected title of Operating Department Practitioner.
- Learn in practice based environments including operating theatres, maternity units, critical care and A&Es.
- Get hands-on practice in our simulated operating theatre, ward, skills rooms and anatomy labs.
- theoretical lectures, tutorials and seminars
- clinical practice based learning
- simulation
- technology enhanced learning
- practical sessions
- virtual and distance learning
- independent learning
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Year 1 Compulsory modules Collaboration For Individual And Community Wellbeing Odp Applied Science Odp Clinical Practice 1 Odp Foundations In Clinical Practice Odp Foundations In Peri-Operative Practice Personal And Professional Development Year 2 Compulsory modules Assessing And Addressing Complexity Evidence And Enquiry For Practice Odp – Clinical Practice 2 Odp Developing Clinical Practice Odp Developing Peri Operative Practice Final year Compulsory modules Odp – Clinical Practice 3 Odp Progressing Towards The Autonomous Practitioner Professional Leadership The Advancing Professional Working With Complexity In Practice
Assessment method
Coursework Practical
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
- Operating Department Practitioners, College of
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B990
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
FdSc Professional Practice in Health & Social Care - If you are in the process of completing or have successfully completed the above programme at one of our partner colleges (Sheffield College, Barnsley College, Chesterfield College, North Lindsey College, Dearne Valley College, Manchester College, Stockport College and Doncaster College) and are looking to progress your career as a registered professional within the Health & Social Care sector, we would welcome an application from you via UCAS, to commence this programme at Year 1. Successful completion of our Foundation Year in Health, Sport & Social Care. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Occupational Health Screening You will need to undertake occupational health screening to determine your suitability to undertake the course. This will be provided by the University free of charge. As part of this assessment you are expected to provide all relevant, truthful and accurate information to ensure a safe environment for yourself and service users. Immunisations You must undertake a programme of immunisations as required by the Department of Health and meet the immunisation and immunity requirements of placement providers. This will be provided by the University free of charge. Please obtain details of your immunisation history from your doctor so you can submit this during your Occupational Health Screening.
Interview
If you are shortlisted, we will invite you to an online interview. To confirm your identity on the day please bring a valid form of photo ID with you, preferably a passport or photo driving licence. View our interview guidance to ensure you understand the interviews process and how you can prepare for this.
Other
Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview. There are many ways you can gain experience - this might be as part of a programme of study or in a paid or voluntary capacity, and doesn't always need to be within a care setting. Interacting with people with different life experiences will help you develop a deeper level of understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. In your personal statement please reflect upon your learning from any of these experiences demonstrating an understanding of the Operating Department Practitioner profession and a genuine, reasoned commitment to studying an operating department practice course. You will be invited to attend an interview if these key elements are included in your personal statement. Pre-course Day After completing the above professional checks, if you reside in the UK you are expected to make every reasonable attempt to attend a Pre-Course Day event to undertake the professional requirements of your course. This is also an opportunity to meet fellow applicant to the health and social care courses who will be starting their studies at the same time as you, some current students and teaching staff.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With a minimum of 5.5 in all skills. |
Please note that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) require IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5 for registration
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/operating-department-practice/bsc-honours-operating-department-practice/
Unistats information
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Student satisfaction
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15860 | Year 1 |
| International | £15860 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB