Prosthetics and orthotics
Why study Prosthetics and orthotics?
Prosthetics and orthotics are clinical disciplines that deal with artificial limbs (prostheses) for people with amputations and supportive devices (orthoses) for people with musculoskeletal weakness or neurological disorders. Study anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, prosthetic and orthotic prescription, and design and fabrication. Develop strong practical skills in research methodology, clinical assessment and the application of prosthetic and orthotic techniques. Clinical placements are an important part of our program. You may combine undergraduate training in health sciences with specialised Masters-level training in prosthetics and orthotics in four years.
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Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for careers in major hospital and private prosthetic-orthotic facilities as well as other agencies. You can gain eligibility for membership of the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association and may practice in Australia and a number of overseas countries.
Courses
Local students
| Offer year | Course title | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics |
Melbourne
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4 years full-time | Semester 1 (March) |
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Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
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| Offer year | Course title (CRICOS) | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts | Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics (062598G/ 062802G) |
Melbourne
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4 years | Semester 1 (March) | $25 350 |
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How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
Prosthetics and orthotics placements
You will do a half-day observational placement in first year and two clinical placements totalling 12 or 16 weeks in fourth year.
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
Find out about the experiences of one of our students.
My placement at the Royal Children's Hospital was a fantastic experience. I was able to get a really good idea of what my future career would involve.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Health Sciences or focus on staff in Prosthetics and orthotics.


