Course summary
The MSc Prosthetics & Orthotics is one of the few programmes globally that offers a specific degree in prosthetics and orthotics. This programme combines knowledge of the engineering and medical sciences with advances in technology and practice to generate applications and solutions to clinically relevant problems. It affords a Masters level degree in this clinical area, while considering globally the effects of disability within a population and society’s approaches globally. The course aims to produce postgraduates with a first degree to be in Prosthetics & Orthotics, who are capable of developing careers in allied health professions and biomedical engineering (research, industrial and NHS). Our learning environment brings together ideas and concepts from science, medicine and engineering to enable the development of relevant clinical and industrial research. You'll also benefit from the opportunity to meet our many industrial and clinical collaborators to help advise and further your career.
Modules
Disability and Societal Effects, Dissertation, Project, Medical Science for Engineering, Engineering Science, Professional studies in Biomedical Engineering, Research Methodology, Regenerative Medicine, Tissues mechanics, Clinical and Sports Biomechanics, Biosignal Processing and Analysis, Biomaterials and Biocompatibility, Cardiovascular Devices, Haemodynamics for Engineers, Numerical Modelling in Biomedical Engineering, Medical Robotics
Assessment method
The course is assessed through a range of varied methods including: written assignments, exams, written assignments, presentations, and individual projects.
Entry requirements
Normally a first or second-class Honours degree from a UK university (or international equivalent) in prosthetics and orthotics.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11900 | Year 1 |
| International | £31100 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ