BSc Prosthetics Orthotics

The BSc (Hons) Prosthetics & Orthotics course is a four-year undergraduate programme at the University of Strathclyde. It is the only UK course to hold accreditation from the International Society for Prosthetics & Orthotics and is also approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The curriculum combines science-based classes with practical work at the National Centre for Prosthetics & Orthotics and two four-month clinical placements.

The programme includes lectures from guests who are industry professionals and service users in order to improve learning. In this course, students will have the opportunity to work in modern facilities, including a 2D video gait analysis system and a computer-controlled milling machine with a robot arm. The course will equip graduates with the knowledge and skills that are necessary to work as qualified prosthetists and orthotists.

The University of Strathclyde is a Scottish research institution which was established in 1796 and has had a rich history of useful learning, serving society with practical learning. It enjoys a good reputation for its world-class education and research, with a focus on technology and innovation.

The University provides a great variety of academic programmes in the four faculties, such as Engineering, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Strathclyde Business School. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in courses like Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business and the Arts, among many others.

Applicants need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They also have the option to upload their CV to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• A Levels: ABB–BBB (including Maths or Physics)
• Scottish Highers: AAAB / AABBB (including Maths or Physics)
• Access to HE Diploma or International Baccalaureate: 32 points (including Maths or Physics)
• Equivalent international qualifications to A Levels are also accepted by the university.

English Proficiency:

• IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no individual section score below 6.0
• Equivalent qualifications such as TOEFL are also accepted.

The annual tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Hons Prosthetics & Orthotics at the University of Strathclyde is £30,250.

The University of Strathclyde offers various scholarships for both international and UK students. These are awarded based on different criteria, and students are advised to check the university's official website for specific details and application deadlines. It is recommended to apply as early as possible because scholarships are often limited.

Graduates from this programme are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). They also receive the highest level of certification from the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics. Graduates commonly find employment in healthcare settings and private companies that have contracts with the National Health Service (NHS). Some of the job titles graduates have secured include:

• Clinical Prosthetist
• Clinical Orthotist
• Prosthetic Technician
• Rehabilitation Engineer
• Clinical Researcher

International students can apply directly to the University of Strathclyde. Our trained counsellors are available to assist you with the application process.