BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

The BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice at Bournemouth University is a three-year full-time course. The course combines theoretical learning and clinical placement experience in preparation for a professional career within the operating department, providing key roles in the three phases of perioperative patient care.Course Content: The course encompasses both academic theory and skill-based clinical practice. It is designed to prepare the students for a professional career in the operating department. It combines theoretical classes on campus with hands-on experience in a variety of clinical placements, including theaters, intensive care units (ICUs) and emergency departments. Key Modules: Throughout the course, students are exposed to a variety of subjects including Anatomy & Physiology, Health Sciences, Professional Issues in Operating Department Practice and Research Methods. In the final year, students also undertake a research project.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and successful completion of the course gives eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC.Future Careers: Graduates of this course could pursue careers in a variety of healthcare settings such as operating theaters, intensive care units, and emergency departments. They may take up roles as operating department practitioners, healthcare managers or educators. Graduates are also eligible to progress into further study in specialized areas of health studies or research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.