Overview
The technology used in the profession is individually adapted and focuses on increasing the quality of life for people with various limitations.
In addition to the main field of prosthetics and orthotics, the programme includes courses in anatomy, psychology, pathophysiology related to prosthetics and orthotics, mathematics and biomechanics. The field of prosthetics and orthotics combines working with people and technology in an interesting and exciting way.
The programme is spread over three years. The first year contains an overview of important concepts, theories and practical exercises. The second year includes, among other things, a short clinical placement course. In the third year you will deepen your knowledge and participate in a longer clinical placement, in addition to completing a major thesis project.
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.
Facts and requirements
Credits: 180
credits
Level: Bachelor
Rate of study: Full-time
City: Jönköping
Place of study: Campus-based
Start date: Autumn 2021
Requirements:
General entry requirements include high school diploma and specific demand on physics, chemistry and mathematics. Proof of English proficiency is required. Read more about our English Requirements.
Read more about our Admissions Requirements.
Application code: HJ-KU013
Degree: Degree of Bachelor of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Tuition fee:
For the first semester: 80000 SEKTotal tuition fee: 480000 SEK
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
Pathway Programme
If you don't fulfil our language requirements, you can enter our Pathway Programme, designed to strengthen your English and academic skills. Read more.
Courses
NB Preliminary list of courses.
Year 1
Prosthetics and Orthotics, Introduction 7.5 credits
Models and Perspectives on Health and Disability 7.5 credits
Mechanics related to Prosthetics and Orthotics 7.5 credits
Anatomy and Physiology, basic course 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
Psychology, basic course 7.5 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotic Management of the Upper Limb 7.5 credits
Scientific Methods and Statistics 7.5 credits
Prosthetic Management and Biomechanics of the Lower Limb II 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
Product Development in Prosthetics and Orthotics 3.5 credits
Evidence Based Practice and Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics
4 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotics, Independent Research Project 15 credits
Prosthetic and Orthotic Management in Pediatrics 7.5 credits