PGDip Prosthetics & Orthotics Rehabilitation Studies at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A modular distance learning programme for professionals working in prosthetics, orthotics, healthcare, medicine or associated disciplines, studied at your own pace with off-campus delivery. Awards are available in Rehabilitation Studies, Prosthetic Rehabilitation Studies, Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies and Prosthetic & Orthotic Rehabilitation Studies.

Duration: 24 months part-time (distance learning) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students gain at least 120 credits from optional and restricted 20-credit modules such as Clinical Governance, Introductory Biomechanics, Lower Limb Prosthetic and Orthotic Biomechanics, Clinical Gait Analysis, Advanced Prosthetic Science and Advanced Orthotic Science.

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Entry requirements

Minimum upper second-class honours degree from an approved university, or an acceptable academic or professional qualification. Some classes need basic trigonometry and the ability to handle simple algebraic equations. Entry to the specific award depends on professional qualification (for example Prosthetic Rehabilitation Studies is for prosthetists and/or orthotists only). 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).

Intake: September

Duration: 24 months part-time (distance learning)

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