MSc Prosthetics & Orthotics at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

One of few programmes worldwide offering a specific degree in prosthetics and orthotics, delivered by the National Centre for Prosthetics and Orthotics. It combines engineering and medical sciences to address clinically relevant problems and includes visits to clinical centres and a clinically relevant research or development project.

Faculty: Engineering | Department: Biomedical Engineering (National Centre for Prosthetics and Orthotics) | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught classes, laboratory demonstrations, practical exercises and clinical visits run in semesters 1 and 2, with modules such as Disability & Societal Effects, Medical Science for Engineering, Engineering Science, Research Methodology, Clinical & Sports Biomechanics, Biomaterials & Biocompatibility and Tissue Mechanics, followed by a thesis project in prosthetics and/or orthotics.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for careers in education, prosthetic and orthotic healthcare management and clinical research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in prosthetics and orthotics. International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent test (University of Strathclyde standard requirement).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2027/28). Scotland and England, Wales & Northern Ireland Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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