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**Why study BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at BU?**
- Enjoy purpose-built, cutting-edge facilities, including an operating theatre simulation suite with highly accurate and life-like manikins
- Gain hands-on experience working in surgical theatres with multiple and varied practical work placements that make up around half of your time on the course
- Benefit from a diverse range of placements and future career options: from working in operating theatres to pre-operative assessment, intensive care, A&E, patient transfer teams and...
**Why study BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at BU?**<br/><br/><br/>- Enjoy purpose-built, cutting-edge facilities, including an operating theatre simulation suite with highly accurate and life-like manikins<br/><br/><br/>- Gain hands-on experience working in surgical theatres with multiple and varied practical work placements that make up around half of your time on the course <br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from a diverse range of placements and future career options: from working in operating theatres to pre-operative assessment, intensive care, A&E, patient transfer teams and other more specialised areas of care<br/><br/><br/>- Course is HCPC approved and graduates have high employment rates. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a qualified ODP. 100% of students were in employment or further study after completing the course<br/><br/><br/>- Receive expert teaching from an experienced academic team of registered ODPs who still work clinically (many are also HEA fellows, senior fellows and are engaged in research). <br/><br/><br/>Funding support: ODP students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year. Find out more information about the funding: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-support-fund.
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All degrees at BU are designed with employability in mind. Whether you're studying Finance, Physiotherapy, Film or Archaeology, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and incredible work-experience opportunities. Industry-standard equipment on campus includes genetic labs, a Sports Rehabilitation Suite, replica courtrooms and high-tech TV studios. Bournemouth University also offers the option to study abroad in the lik...
If you'd like to study by sandy beaches, breathtaking countryside and sparkling blue sea, then Bournemouth University could be the place for you. <br/><br/>All degrees at BU are designed with employability in mind. Whether you're studying Finance, Physiotherapy, Film or Archaeology, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and incredible work-experience opportunities. Industry-standard equipment on campus includes genetic labs, a Sports Rehabilitation Suite, replica courtrooms and high-tech TV studios. Bournemouth University also offers the option to study abroad in the likes of Australia, India, France, China and South Africa.<br/><br/>Alongside a warm and welcoming student community, you'll find it easy to get settled in at BU's accommodation. Guaranteed for all students who secure a place through Clearing (if you hold an Unconditional offer and choose BU as your first choice by 9am on Friday 29th August), there's comfortable rooms, areas to socialise and budget-friendly options.<br/><br/>Click Call University now to secure your spot today!
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B991
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
104
120
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies A or AS-level (Critical Thinking is accepted). This course requires GCSE English and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications. We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifi
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £19,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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