BSc Operating Department Practice
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Operating Department Practice, a healthcare degree focused on perioperative care, anaesthesia, and surgical procedures. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The curriculum is designed in collaboration with local NHS trusts and private healthcare providers to meet workforce demands. The first year covers the foundations through Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice, Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Practice Education, and Introduction to Perioperative Practice, introducing human systems and basic clinical skills. The second year progresses with Pathophysiology, Preparing the Preoperative Patient, Intra-operative Care, and Caring for the Post-Operative Patient, examining patient assessment, surgical assistance, and post-operative recovery. The final year advances expertise through Anaesthesia in Practice, Managing the Surgical Patient, Managing the Post-Anaesthetic Patient, and Clinical Pharmacology, preparing students for autonomous practice in complex perioperative environments.
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should also have GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 or C or above and must have reached the age of 18 by the start of the programme. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview. As part of any conditional offer a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required (which is continued with an annual declaration of Good Health and Good Character) along with appropriate references and Occupational Health Clearance. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points. Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points. Advanced apprenticeship in Health and Social Care plus an A level at grade C (or 32 Tariff points) or above, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent alternatives. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, plus completion of the University Study Skills module at level 4 (20 Credits). Alternative maths – Functional Skills L2 Maths. University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4 in appropriate subjects).
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What students say
Based on about 35 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 125 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 81%
- Left higher education: 17%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 55%
- Other Health Professionals: 15%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 440 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 89%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- South East: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 90 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 77%
- Access course: 6%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 9%
- Other qualifications: 7%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an operating department practitioner.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Clinical Practice Education
- Selfcare in Healthcare
- Safety and Risk Management
- Introduction to Perioperative Practice
- Pathophysiology
- Research Methods ODP
- Interprofessional Working (Paramedic Science)
- Preparing the Preoperative Patient
- Intra-operative Care
- Caring for the Post-Operative Patient
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Change Management
- Preparing for Professional Practice
- Anaesthesia in Practice
- Managing the Surgical Patient
- Managing the Post-Anaesthetic Patient
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull?
The typical offer is 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
Is BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an operating department practitioner.
How many students continue on BSc Operating Department Practice at University of Hull?
81% of students continued into their second year, and 17% left higher education.