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MSc

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  • Tuition
  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
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  • Career
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Overview

The part-time MSc programme offers a flexible master's degree tailored for clinical professionals, focusing on practical relevance through three main modules: Clinical Modules, Research Methods, and a Research Project. Students can specialize in various surgical fields while maintaining their clinical practice. Assessment methods include oral and poster presentations, ensuring minimal disruption to patient care.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 10, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
EnglandN/A£8,100
Northern IrelandN/A£8,100
ScotlandN/A£8,100
WalesN/A£8,100
Channel IslandsN/A£8,100
EUN/A£18,000
InternationalN/A£18,000

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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About

This part-time MSc programme allows for a personalized master's-level degree with minimal disruption to clinical practice, utilizing experienced clinical academics to enhance surgical practice.

Programme Structure

The programme is divided into three main modules:

  • Clinical Modules
  • Research Methods
  • Research Project

All modules are completed on a part-time basis, focusing on practical clinical relevance.

Specialty Areas

Students can choose from the following sub-specialty areas based on their clinical interests:

  • Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Anaesthetics and Intensive Care
  • Renal Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Vascular
...

Subject Area Information

Operating Department Practice (ODP) is a specialized field within healthcare that focuses on the care and management of patients undergoing surgical procedures, encompassing responsibilities from preoperative care to postoperative recovery.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Operating Department Practice

  • 2. Anatomy and Physiology for ODPs

  • 3. Surgical Techniques and Procedures

  • 4. Anesthesia and Pharmacology

  • 5. Patient Care and Safety

  • 6. Emergency Situations in the Operating Room

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Proficiency in handling surgical instruments
  • Ability to conduct preoperative assessments
  • Effective communication with surgical teams, patients, and their families
  • Quick decision-making and problem-solving abilities
  • Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards in patient care

Career

A career in Operating Department Practice is both challenging and rewarding, offering a vital role in the surgical team and the broader healthcare system.

Potential Professions
  • Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

    Directly involved in the care of patients undergoing surgery, working alongside surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses.

  • Surgical Technologist

    Specializes in preparing operating rooms and assisting during surgical procedures.

  • Anesthesia Technician

    Focuses on the preparation and maintenance of anesthesia equipment and assisting anesthetists.

  • Postoperative Care Specialist

    Provides care and monitoring of patients in the recovery room after surgery.

  • Clinical Educator

    Teaches and trains future ODPs and other healthcare professionals in academic or clinical settings.

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