Course summary
Gain an in-depth understanding of a patient’s journey from pre-amputation to prosthetic rehabilitation, exploring both the physical and psychological aspects of patient care. This holistic framework is delivered by healthcare experts whose research is at the leading edge of developments in the global field of amputation and prosthetics, and looks at the different views and perspectives of a patient, their families, carers and clinicians. The programme is aimed at multidisciplinary healthcare professionals who either already work, or would like to work, in this area. Our Amputee Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Use module is endorsed by the British Association of Chartered Physiotherapist in Amputee Rehabilitation (BACPAR).
Modules
Compulsory Modules: Amputation Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Use; Contemporary Issues in Limb Loss; MSc Dissertation.
Assessment method
For the Contemporary Issues in Limb Loss module, you’ll need to write a 3,000-word assignment on a key issue discussed in the module. For the Amputee Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Use module, you’ll need to complete a: formative assignment, summative assessment The summative assessment, made up of 2 components, is marked and contributes to the final module mark. You'll need to achieve a pass of at least 50% in both components. We will not mark the formative assessment, and it does not contribute to your overall module mark. The goal of the formative assignment is to provide you with feedback and help you identify strengths and weaknesses in your work. The formative assignment has been designed to contain elements that are important for the summative (marked assessment) to help you improve your learning.
Entry requirements
UK 2.2 Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University,at least one satisfactory reference (on some occasions a second reference will be required) As well as the academic requirements, we expect you to show a strong understanding of the remit of the programme being in prosthetic rehabilitation (i.e. not general rehabilitation), and a genuine interest in this area.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £26352 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £26352 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ