
Operating department practice
Our programme is ranked 1st in the UK in the Guardian University League Tables 2020.
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A warm welcome
Studying Operating Department Practice with us means you'll become part of our friendly School of Healthcare Sciences. Head of School, Professor David Whitaker, welcomes you to our Virtual Open Day.
Why you should study with us
1st in UK
Our Operating Department Practice programme is ranked 1st in the UK in the Guardian University League Tables 2020
Interdisciplinary working
92% our our students believe the course provides the right opportunities to work with other students (NSS 2019)
We are international
We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience
Our location
Our main School building is situated in the heart of Wales’ biggest hospital – so you will be immersed in an actual healthcare environment from day one
Our programme is funded
A full NHS bursary, including tuition fees and a non-repayable bursary for living costs is available for our programmes providing you meet eligibility requirements
Our facilities
Our high-tech simulation suites and equipment mirror the healthcare environments in which you will undertake placements and eventually work in as qualified professionals
Our talk
Operating Department Practice (BSc) Admissions Tutor, Craig Griffiths, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply.
The facilities are absolutely fantastic - they are as real as you can get to the theatres you find in hospitals.
Hear from one of our students
Third year Operating Department Practice (BSc) student, Emma, talks about her experience of studying with us.
With their outstanding reputation for nurturing and supporting their students, state-of-the-art facilities and knowledgeable lecturers - I knew that Cardiff Uni was the place where I could grow.

Global healthcare opportunities
We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience. In 2019, over 100 healthcare undergraduate students travelled and gained healthcare experience overseas.
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