BSc Hons Operating Department Practice Studies

The BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice Studies at Teesside University is a comprehensive course that equips students with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and competencies needed to provide patient-centric care and the absolute support that is needed throughout the perioperative pathway. This course provides a collaborative learning opportunity that integrates both theory and practice.Course Content: The program encompasses a breadth of subjects such as Applied Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology, as well as specialist operating department skills and knowledge. The students will encounter a mixture of learning strategies encompassing academic study and simulated practice to clinical placements within various perioperative environments.Key Modules: Core modules for this course include - Introduction to Study in Higher Education, Anatomy & Physiology for Perioperative Practice, Applied Sciences in Perioperative Practice, Professional OD Practice (Foundation), Professional Operating Department Practice (Progression) and Evidence Based Perioperative Practice.Accreditations: This course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is also endorsed by the College of Operating Department Practitioners (CODP). Future Careers: Graduates from this course secure work both within the National Health Service and independent healthcare providers. Post-qualification, students can undertake further education, research roles or move towards management within the healthcare sector. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page_operating_department_practice_studies.cfm).