Orthopaedic Surgery MChOrth at University of Dundee

Programme overview

A nine-month full-time course for practising orthopaedic surgeons combining teaching, clinical and research elements, accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Duration: 9 months full time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

General orthopaedics and sub-specialities including upper limb, foot and ankle, paediatrics and orthopaedic oncology; biomechanics of major joints, imaging, trauma, gait and motion analysis, research and statistics. Includes dry bone workshops, a clinical attachment and workshops on Thiel-embalmed cadavers, ending with a thesis.

Career pathways

Many MCh (Orth) graduates have progressed to successful careers, some in the UK up to consultant level; career advice is offered during the course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MBChB or equivalent, normally a further postgraduate qualification in orthopaedics (for example MS Orthopaedics or DNB Orthopaedics) or equivalent specialist qualification, and normally at least four years' post-registration experience in orthopaedic surgery. GMC registration is not required. Applicants submit an up-to-date CV and two clinical references. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic overall 6.5 (writing 6.0, listening 6.0, reading 6.0, speaking 6.0).

GBP 24,150 a year. Tuition shown for both UK and international students; before scholarships. Excludes the Clinical Skills pack (GBP 59). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 9 months full time

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