Degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Prosthetics and Orthotics
For those who apply through universityadmissions.se, application period: 2024-10-15 – 2025-01-15
Ackrediterad av International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO).
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About the programme:
As an orthotist, you play a vital role in helping people regain their independence after disabilities such as paralysis, amputation, or deformity. There is a great need for orthopedic engineers, and you will quickly be in demand in the job market.
The programme combines theory and practice. You will learn to:
- Design and manufacture devices that replace lost body parts or support weak structures.
- Work closely with clients and other rehabilitation professionals, such as physiotherapists, doctors, and occupational therapists.
- Develop solutions that directly improve people's lives and futures.
In our on-campus orthopedic clinic, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience working with real clients and their unique needs. This is an internationally recognised programme in a dynamic, intercultural environment, where you will develop both professionally and personally.
After graduation
As a qualified orthopedic engineer, you can work in orthopedic clinics, life sciences, and biomechanics, health and sport, or with developing medical devices.
Do you want to keep developing? You can go further by taking the master’s programme Mastech and specialise in assistive technology or continuing with research studies.
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Bachelor programme has been accredited by the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) at the Prosthetist/Orthotist level. The accreditation is an international recognition of the quality, scope and organisation of the programme. Students will benefit from the accreditation whereas graduates of the programme can apply to ISPO for an individual ISPO recognition certificate. The certificate facilitates recruitment for work abroad.
Facts and requirements
Here you can find the corresponding requirements for most countries.
Degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Total tuition fee: 570000 SEK
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
Courses
Year 1
Models and Perspectives on Health and Disability 7.5 credits
Prosthetics and Orthotics, Introduction 7.5 credits
Anatomy and Physiology, basic course 7.5 credits
Mechanics related to Prosthetics and Orthotics 7.5 credits
Applied Materials Technology 7.5 credits
Pathophysiology related to Prosthetics and Orthotics 7.5 credits
Prosthetic Management and Biomechanics of the Lower Limb I 15 credits
Year 2
Orthotic Management and Biomechanics I 15 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotic Management of the Upper Limb 7.5 credits
Psychology, basic course 7.5 credits
Prosthetic Management and Biomechanics of the Lower Limb II 7.5 credits
Scientific Methods and Statistics 7.5 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotic Management of the Foot 15 credits
Year 3
Orthotic Management and Biomechanics II 7.5 credits
Prosthetics and Orthotics, Clinical Placement Studies 15 credits
Elective course related to Prosthetics and Orthotics 7.5 credits
Evidence Based Practice and Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics 7.5 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotic Management in Paediatrics 7.5 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotics, Independent Research Project 15 credits
Internship
The major includes work-based education and as a student you have access to a study place within the Nordic region. The purpose of the work-based education is for you as a student to apply your theoretical knowledge in practice.
Study abroad
Prosthetics and Orthotics has partner universities in different parts of the world that can offer exchanges to varying degrees. When opportunities arise, students are offered to apply.
After graduation
An orthopedic engineer works with patient examination, specification, measurement, casting, manufacturing, adaptation and testing of orthopedic technical aids, such as prostheses. Since each patient has their own conditions, it is the task of the orthopedic engineer to develop technical solutions with regard to the individual's conditions and needs. The profession includes handling of thermosets *.
* In accordance with the Swedish Work Environment Authority's Regulation AFS 2005: 6.
Interviews
Student projects
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