BSc Operating Department Practice

The BSc Operating Department Practice at EdgeHill University is a three-year full-time programme that prepares students to provide excellent care during the anaesthetic, surgical, and recovery phases of treatment. 

The course is structured to develop expertise with the first and second years introducing fundamental principles, all-round care for various patient groups and research application. The final year focuses on critical reflection, emergencies, and advanced skills for professional development, making students eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) upon completion.

Edge Hill University is committed to supporting students throughout their studies by providing exceptional facilities for those training to be health and social care professionals. These include modern clinical skills facilities, a large lecture theatre, and various teaching spaces. The institution also provides several undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields, including Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

Interested candidates are to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and other important information regarding their studies. An academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates typically need 104-112 UCAS Tariff points achieved through qualifications such as A Levels at BCC, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, or a T Level. 
• International qualifications equivalent to A levels are also accepted.

English Proficiency: 

• Candidates from countries where English is not spoken are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving an overall score of 6.0 on the IELTS test with no less than 5.5 in each section. 
• Equivalent English language qualifications, such as TOEFL, are also accepted.

The tuition fee for the BSc Operating Department Practice at Edge Hill University is approximately £17,000 per year for international students.

Edge Hill University provides several scholarships and awards to support both UK and international undergraduate students. One such scholarship is the Sports Scholarships, available for students with talent in competitive sports. The University also offers scholarships for students who contribute positively to the university community and show leadership qualities.

Graduates of the BSc Operating Department Practice from Edge Hill University can become:

• NHS or Private Healthcare Operating Department Practitioners
• Senior Operating Department Practitioners
• Team Leaders of an operating theatre
• Surgical Care Practitioners
• Anaesthesia Associates
• Advanced Critical Care Practitioners
• Perioperative care.researchers

Those who wish to study the course can apply directly to the University or reach out to our trained counsellors for guidance.