Program Overview

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Program Overview

The MSc/PgDip/PgCert Prosthetics & Orthotics Rehabilitation Studies program is designed for professionals already working in prosthetics, orthotics, healthcare, medicine, or associated disciplines. The program is modular and intended for off-campus delivery, allowing students to study at their own pace through distance learning.

Key Facts

• Start date: September
• Study mode and duration:
  • MSc: 36 months part-time
  • PgDip: 24 months part-time
  • PgCert: 12 months part-time

Why This Course?

The postgraduate courses offered are modular and intended for off-campus delivery. They can lead to an award of an MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, or Postgraduate Certificate. These have been designed for professionals already working in prosthetics, orthotics, healthcare, medicine, or associated disciplines. They're offered by distance learning, allowing students to study at their own pace, at times and places that are convenient for them.

What You'll Study

You'll select courses from the range of instructional classes available. The choice will depend on your initial qualifications. The program includes:

• Rehabilitation Studies (suitable for healthcare professionals interested in rehabilitation)
• Prosthetic Rehabilitation Studies (for prosthetists and/or orthotists only)
• Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies (for prosthetists and/or orthotists only)
• Prosthetic & Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies (must already be qualified in prosthetics AND orthotics)

Compulsory Classes (MSc only)

• Research Methodology
• Data Analysis

Optional Classes

• Clinical Governance
• Orthotic Studies*
• Prosthetic Studies*
• Introductory Biomechanics
• Lower Limb Prosthetic Biomechanics
• Lower Limb Orthotic Biomechanics
• Clinical Gait Analysis

Restricted Classes (for professional prosthetists/orthotists only)

• Advanced Prosthetic Science
• Advanced Orthotic Science

Course Content

The course content includes classes such as:

• Prosthetic Studies*
• Orthotic Studies*
• Clinical Governance
• Introductory Biomechanics
• Lower Limb Prosthetic Biomechanics
• Lower Limb Orthotic Biomechanics
• Clinical Gait Analysis
• Introduction to the Management of Diabetic Foot Disease
• Management of Diabetic Foot Disease**
• Advanced Prosthetic Science**
• Advanced Orthotic Science**
• The Holistic Management of Foot and Ankle Musculoskeletal (MSK) Conditions**

Research Methodology

This class aims to equip students with the skills necessary to use mathematics and statistics tools, including software, in experimental design and data visualization and analysis needed to progress in their research in Biomedical Engineering.

Data Analysis

To understand the theoretical and practical issues involved in data collection and analysis through practical case study and through work focused on a personal research project.

Entry Requirements

• Academic requirements: Minimum upper second-class Honours degree from an approved university or an acceptable academic or professional qualification.
• English language requirements: If English is not your first language, please visit the English language requirements page for full details of the requirements in place before making your application.

Fees & Funding

• All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.
• Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.
• Annual revision of fees: Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that the majority of fees will increase annually.

Annual Fees

• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status.
• MSc: £5,100
• Per 10 credit module (non-graduating): £850
• OETT funding: Any UK practising Orthotist wishing to undertake this Masters programme will be eligible to apply for funding from the Orthotic Education and Training Trust (OETT) and would be considered for funding up to a maximum of 67%.
• Available scholarships: Take a look at the scholarships search for funding opportunities.
• Visa & immigration: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please see student visa guidance for more information.

How Can I Fund My Course?

• Scottish postgraduate students may be able to apply for support from the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS).
• Students coming from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland may be able to apply for postgraduate support from their respective student finance agencies.
• International students: We've a large range of scholarships available to help you fund your studies. Check our scholarship search for more help with fees and funding.