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Operating Department Practice
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 21 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information
Course summary
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Qualify with College of Operating Department Practitioners accreditation.
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Learn theory in operating theatres, maternity units, critical care and A&Es.
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Get hands-on practice in a simulated operating theatre, ward and anatomy labs,
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Gain real-world experience in a variety of placement settings.
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Be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Operating department practitioners (ODPs) are the only undergraduate allied health professionals in the UK trained to work in operating theatres. You’ll learn to work effectively alongside anaesthetists, surgeons and others to prepare and assist during surgical and anaesthetic procedures. As an autonomous practitioner, you’ll be able to transform the experiences of care for patients.
For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Operating-department-practice/BSc-Honours-Operating-Department-Practice/Full-time
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
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B990
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 104
With at least 64 points from two A levels or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. We do not accept AS levels or General Studies.
For example:
BCC at A Level
DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma
Merit overall from a Health or Science T level qualification.
A combination of qualifications
For example:
BCC at A Level
DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma
Merit overall from a Health or Science T level qualification.
A combination of qualifications
ASNot accepted
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 15
Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in health studies, health science, nursing or another science- based course. Normally we require 15 credits at Level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 15 credits should be graded at merit level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSEs (single or double) in:
Science at grade C or 4 or equivalents
Maths at grade D or 4 or equivalents
English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents
Science equivalents:
OCR Science level 2 Science units gained on a level 3 BTEC or OCR National Diploma or Extended Diploma qualification; Science credits gained on Access to Higher Education Diplomas (at least 12 credits at level 2 or 6 credits gained at level 3); Science equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk.
Math equivalents:
Level 2 Key Skills / Application of Number; Level 2 Maths credits from an Access course; Maths equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk.
English equivalents:
Level 2 Literacy; Level 2 Key Skills.
Science at grade C or 4 or equivalents
Maths at grade D or 4 or equivalents
English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents
Science equivalents:
OCR Science level 2 Science units gained on a level 3 BTEC or OCR National Diploma or Extended Diploma qualification; Science credits gained on Access to Higher Education Diplomas (at least 12 credits at level 2 or 6 credits gained at level 3); Science equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk.
Math equivalents:
Level 2 Key Skills / Application of Number; Level 2 Maths credits from an Access course; Maths equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk.
English equivalents:
Level 2 Literacy; Level 2 Key Skills.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Other
- Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. |
Contextual admissions
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Contextual offer: 96 UCAS points
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 | |
| EU & International | £18900 |
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 home tuition fee for 2027/28:
• £10,050 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £10,050 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2027/28:
• £18,900 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some health courses: £20,400/£20,900 per year (includes an annual placement supplement of £1,500/£2,000)
Please check individual course pages for fees information. Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations
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