BSc Operating Department Practice
University of Greater Manchester
About this course
BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice is an undergraduate degree focused on perioperative care, surgical assistance, and anaesthetic practice. The course is HCPC-approved and integrates Resus Council-accredited intermediate life support training, incorporating clinical placements at partner trusts. The curriculum covers the foundational principles of the profession through modules such as Foundations of Operating Department Practice, Anatomy and Physiology in Operating Department Practice, and Fundamentals of Operating Department Practice. Students examine legal and professional frameworks via Legal and Ethical Considerations in Operating Department Practice and Infection Prevention and Control in Operating Department Practice, alongside Developing Anaesthetic and Surgical Practice and Evidence and Enquiry for Practice. Further study addresses clinical administration and pharmacology through Clinical Governance and Service Improvement, Developing Post-Anaesthetic Care Practice, and Pharmacology in Operating Department Practice. Advanced clinical capabilities are built through Applying Operating Department Practice, Managing the Deteriorating Patient, Advancing Skills in Critical Care, and Professional Leadership and Development.
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Entry requirements
112 UCAS points. We accept a full range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels and BTECs. Please see our guide to the UCAS Tariff for examples of how to achieve these points. For most courses, we are also able to consider non-tariffable qualifications. Please note that this course is only available to Home students. Your Level 3 subjects must include a relevant subject; for instance, A-level Biology or BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Health and Social Care. Examples of relevant subjects include health and social care, human biology, biology, physics, chemistry, psychology, mathematics and social science. Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking will not be counted towards the UCAS point requirement. You must also have at least five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent), including English, Mathematics and Science. Please contact us for a list of acceptable GCSE equivalents. You don't need to have prior experience working in healthcare, but you must have a passion to care for others. You'll need to provide evidence of recent study, professional development or work experience, as well as demonstrate an understanding of healthcare professional standards, the ODP profession and patient care delivery in the perioperative setting. Qualifications gained outside England and Wales will be assessed on an individual basis according to guidance by the HCPC. If your application is successfully shortlisted, then you'll be asked to attend an interview. The interview process will involve face-to-face interviews with academic staff, practice staff and service users. You'll also be assessed on your values, behaviours, communication and problem-solving skills, and undertake a numeracy and literacy assessment. We're seeking students who can demonstrate a commitment to a healthcare career, who have excellent communication skills and who are caring, compassionate and assertive. If you're successful at the interview stage, you'll be asked to undergo occupational health screening and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You'll be required to satisfactorily pass occupational health screening. You'll need to demonstrate that you are of good health and good character prior to enrolment and on an ongoing basis throughout your studies and career. We work with numerous NHS trusts across the North of England. Should your application be successful and you choose to take up our offer of a place, please note that y
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 67%
- Learning opportunities: 58%
- Assessment and feedback: 68%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 46%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 44%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 30%
What graduates do next
Based on about 88 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 74%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 77%
- Caring personal services: 6%
- Therapy professionals: 4%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 2%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 93%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 84%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 88%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 91%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 2%
- South East: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the College of Operating Department Practitioners (CODP).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Operating Department Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology in Operating Department Practice
- Fundamentals of Operating Department Practice
- Legal and Ethical Considerations in Operating Department Practice
- Infection Prevention and Control in Operating Department Practice
- Developing Anaesthetic and Surgical Practice
- Evidence and Enquiry for Practice
- Clinical Governance and Service Improvement
- Developing Post-Anaesthetic Care Practice
- Pharmacology in Operating Department Practice
- Applying Operating Department Practice
- Managing the Deteriorating Patient
- Advancing Skills in Critical Care
- Professional Leadership and Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £21,500 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £34,000. The £25,000 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester?
67% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester?
The average entrant had 143 UCAS points.
Is BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the College of Operating Department Practitioners (CODP).
How many students continue on BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Greater Manchester?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.