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Operating Department Practice at University of Hull - UCAS

Course summary

The Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) degree at Hull prepares you to excel in surgical settings as an essential member of the healthcare team. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), our course combines theoretical learning in our state-of-the-art Allam Medical Building with extensive clinical placements. Study anaesthetic, surgical, and post-operative care under expert guidance, meaning you graduate with the skills and confidence to immediately contribute to patient care. Designed with NHS trusts and private healthcare providers, our course offers outstanding career prospects and includes a significant annual financial support opportunity, boosting your journey towards becoming a qualified ODP. Why study at Hull?Financial incentives: Get paid £5,000 a year or more through the NHS Learning Support Fund • Set up for success: 100% of students in work or further study 15 months after graduating • Professional status: Qualify as a registered ODP and be eligible to join the HCPC register when you graduate Where could this take me? You’ll enjoy exceptional employability prospects. With eligibility for Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration and a strong foundation in surgical care, most graduates secure roles as an ODP within the NHS. But you’ll be well-prepared to embark on a fulfilling career in diverse healthcare settings both locally and internationally with students also choosing to branch into private practice, social services, pharmaceuticals, the Armed Forces, or specialist fields like drug rehabilitation.

Modules

Core modules include: Fundamentals of Operating Department Practice Surgical/Anaesthetic Intervention and Its Impact Upon the Patient Identifying the Needs of the Surgical Patient Intra-Operative Intervention Pre-Operative and Anaesthetic Intervention Post-Operative/Post Anaesthetic Intervention Clinical Leadership Enhancing Perioperative Practice Independent Project

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Operating Department Practitioners, College of
  • Health and Care Professions Council

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.

Application codes

Course code:
B990
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C/4 Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview

Other

A professional reference is required as well as an academic one


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7This course requires IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 7.0 in each skill.

We may consider an alternative English Language test for entry to this programme. Please contact us at [email protected] for further details on acceptable equivalents.


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
80%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £19500 Year 1

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Provider information

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University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX


Clearing contact details

Online Clearing Enquiry Form
Admissions and Applicant Services

01482 466100

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Thursday 17 August, 7am - 9pm Friday 18 August, 8am-6pm Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm


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01482 466100

Operating Department Practice at University of Hull - UCAS