BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at University of Hull

Programme overview

A three-year HCPC-approved degree preparing students to work in surgical theatre teams, with skills in anaesthetic, surgical and post-operative/anaesthetic care. Teaching takes place in simulated clinical facilities in the Allam Medical Building and on clinical placements; it was designed with local NHS trusts and private healthcare providers.

What you will study

Year 1 includes Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Practice Education, Safety and Risk Management and Introduction to Perioperative Practice; year 2 includes Pathophysiology, Preparing the Preoperative Patient, Intra-operative Care and Caring for the Post-Operative Patient; year 3 includes Clinical Pharmacology, Anaesthesia in Practice, Managing the Surgical Patient and Managing the Post-Anaesthetic Patient.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to register with the HCPC. Most work in the NHS, with others in overseas posts, private practice or the Armed Forces; progression options include roles such as surgical care practitioner and anaesthesia associate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96-112 UCAS points (contextual offer 96 points), with at least 80 points from A levels, BTEC or other equivalent qualifications. GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or C or above; applicants must be 18 by the start of the programme. Shortlisted applicants are invited to an interview; a conditional offer requires a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (with an annual Good Health and Good Character declaration), references and Occupational Health clearance. Alternatives: IB Diploma 28 points; Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with 96-112 UCAS tariff points; Advanced apprenticeship in Health and Social Care plus an A level at grade C (or 32 tariff points) and GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent; NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care plus the Level 4 University Study Skills module (20 credits); Functional Skills Level 2 Maths as alternative maths; University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4). International applicants: academic IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each skill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Source

International applicants: GBP 21,520 a year (2027/28). International students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/c57f27dd-70a2-6d46-535b-40fea96730cb

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