Why did you choose to study at Anglia Ruskin University?
Because it provided the best hospitals for my placements.

What initially attracted you to your course?
Patients care. At the end of the course I will be a qualified ODP which will enable me to work in any theatre in hospitals around the country.

Which aspects of your course do you enjoy most and why?
My practice. Patients coming into hospital are anxious and often terrified. It is very rewarding to know that I have helped them through their difficult time.

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I chose to study Operating Department Practice with the Faculty of Health & Social Care at Anglia Ruskin University due to the diverse course content, the opportunity to undertake practice placements during the course and because the University offer the best support to students.

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I'm Yasmin Sesay and I'm just about to complete my two-year training in the Dip He Operating Department Practice programme. My placement site is at Newham University Hospital Theatres. Initially, I chose this course as I liked the idea of working in the theatres. During my third month in placement, I realised that I really enjoyed what I was doing...


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Why did you choose to study at Anglia Ruskin University?
Location was a big part in my decision but out of the other universities I visited I preferred the campus here and the health building with all the practical equipment. The main deciding factor was the course structure, 3 placement days and 1 university day per week for the full course, which was unlike the month placement / month university in most other universities.


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