BSc Operating Department Practice

The BSc Operating Department Practice at London South Bank University teaches students how to help patients before, during, and after surgery. Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) work closely with doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff to make patients safe and comfortable in the operating room. This course trains students with the knowledge and skills they need to work in a real hospital setting.

Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the Operating Department Practice course at London South Bank University is a full-time undergraduate degree that requires three years to complete. The curriculum mixes classroom learning with real-life hospital experience. Students will learn about patient care and safety, how to prepare the operating room, and how to help during surgery and will be required from the first year that they work in hospital placements so they can practice what they learn.

Students studying the BSc Operating Department Practice course from London South Bank University are taught through lectures, group work, hospital placements, and hands-on practice. They work with real equipment and learn how to handle emergencies. Students are assessed through essays, exams, presentations, and reports. They also need to pass practical skills tests while working in the hospital.

London South Bank University (LSBU) is in the centre of London and is known for training students for real-world jobs. The Allied Health Faculty has modern labs and strong links with hospitals, so students can learn both in school and in real medical settings.

LSBU has modern classrooms, science labs, and expert teachers who bring real-world experience into the classroom while teaching students. Students also get hands-on experience, so they do not just learn from books but also earn by doing. Many courses include work placements to help students build confidence and job skills.

To apply for the Operating Department Practice course at London South Bank University, students need:

Grade Requirements:

• A-levels (BBC or similar grades), including science or health-related subjects.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health or Science with good grades.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade 4/C or above).

English Proficiency:

• International students need to provide proof of English proficiency with an IELTS score of 7.0 overall and in all skill components.

In the 2025/26 academic session, the annual tuition fee to study BSc Operating Department Practice at London South Bank University for international students is £17,600 per year.

International students studying BSc Operating Department Practice at London South Bank University may be eligible to receive the International Merit Scholarship. This scholarship gives a discount of up to £4,000 on tuition fees for students who have good grades from their previous school or college. It is given to students who show strong academic results and want to succeed at LSBU. This support helps make studying in the UK more affordable for students from around the world.

Graduates of the BSc Operating Department Practice from London South Bank University can work in different roles such as:

• Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs)
• Emergency Care Assistants
• Health Care Educator
• Surgical Care Assistants
• Healthcare Team Leaders

To apply for the London South Bank University Operating Department Practice degree, prospective students must submit an online application through UCAS. If you need any help, our trained counsellors are available to guide you.