BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice in Stafford United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire

This program equips you with the necessary competencies to provide critical services in surgical settings and deliver exceptional perioperative patient care. You'll hone your abilities in cutting-edge clinical labs featuring some of the most sophisticated teaching technology. Our advanced simulated Operating Theatre environment allows you to practice everything from fundamental care protocols to handling critical emergencies, building confidence and expertise before performing procedures on actual patients.
To ensure practical patient interaction experience while applying theoretical knowledge in real surgical settings, you'll dedicate about half your study time to clinical placements.

Career Paths
Graduate Outcomes
Our Operating Department Practitioner graduates deliver comprehensive hospital services in surgical units and related departments like intensive care and emergency medicine. Some pursue further education through undergraduate and postgraduate programs, while others take their skills internationally to countries including New Zealand and Australia.

Professional Prospects
Your qualification can open doors to leadership, educational, or specialized roles – in fields like emergency response, critical care, or trauma medicine.
Graduates typically enter at NHS Band 5 with a starting salary of £25,655 according to the Agenda for Change pay structure.
Career advancement opportunities include Theatre Team Leader or Manager positions, or specialization in Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Pre-operative Assessment, Education, and beyond. The expanding scope of practice and growing demand for ODPs creates excellent prospects across NHS, private healthcare, and international markets.