Overview

What work am I actually going to do?

MOPs usually work independently or in a team. Working alongside doctors, surgeons, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. In addition, some work is referred from other medical personnel. Some of the members of the team can diagnose and assess the problems the patient is experiencing and send a treatment plan or prescription to the Orthotist/ Prosthetist, who thereafter consults and formulates a treatment plan with and for the patient.

The role of the O&P is both clinical and technical in nature. With the aim of creating orthotics/prosthetics that are well- fitting and functional, medical orthotists/prosthetists examine patients' disabilities, take measurements, and make plaster moulds of the affected areas. The orthotics/prosthetics are custom fitted to the patients. Adjustments are made until both parties are fully satisfied with the results

Description of the Programme

The program in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics at Durban University of Technology has been developed to produce a competent clinician who is grounded in the fundamental theory and principles that underlay the practice and growth in the field of orthotics and prosthetics. The programme's strong clinical and practical components are offered as increasingly complex and demanding modules through the four years of the programme. A partnership between the Department of Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics and the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health including the private sector will ensure that the students fully participate in focused clinical practice activities. The BHSc in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics programme leads to professional practice and scientific advancement in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychology

Clinical Studies

Principles of Orthotics and Prosthetics

Advanced clinical practice

Biomechanics

Clinic, Laboratory and Business Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

486 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Medicine Prosthetics and Orthotics

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A conditional certificate of exemption from the Matriculation Board (when in possession of the Senior Certificate (SC)

The requirements for Senate discretionary admission (when in possession of the NSC or equivalent), where Senate is satisfied the applicant has shown sufficient academic ability to ensure success, and that the person’s standard of communication skills, and/or work experience are such that the person, in the opinion of the Senate, should be able to complete the proposed instructional programme successfully.
The person’s application for admission in terms of with work experience, age and maturity is approved prior to registration.

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

5050 ZAR / year

≈ 5050 ZAR / year

Additional Details

For National Students: Tuition plus Residence: R 10,710/year

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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