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Prosthetics and Orthotics

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Peel Park Campus
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Prosthetists provide artificial limbs to assist individuals with missing limbs, while orthotists supply braces and splints to support, correct, or aid the function of those with conditions affecting the neurological, muscular, and skeletal systems.

This course equips you with the skills to assess and treat individuals requiring prosthetic and orthotic care. You will gain expertise in biomechanics, human movement, and gait analysis. The course integrates practical training with relevant theoretical knowledge to ensure comprehensive learning.

We offer the only full-time BSc (Hons) three-year degree programme in the UK, accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This accreditation allows graduates to apply for dual registration as prosthetists and orthotists with the HCPC, qualifying you for employment both in the UK and internationally.

Modules

• First year: Introduction to Collaborative Professional Practice, Biomechanics, Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Prosthetic and Orthotic Practice, Materials, Manufacturing and Design, and General Prosthetic and Orthotic Practice.
• Second year: Motion Analysis and Research Methods, Clinical Pathologies and Presentations, Further Prosthetic and Orthotic Practice 1, Further Prosthetic and Orthotic Practice 2, Clinical Governance, and Assessment and Management of Complex Cases.
• Final year: Final Placements, Into Employment, and Dissertation.

Assessment method

A variety of assessment methods will be used, including practical work, essays, projects, written and viva exams, and clinical assessments and portfolios.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Health and Care Professions Council

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Peel Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B984
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B984
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 120 points

A level - BBB

At least one Science subject at grade B or above including Maths / Physics/ Engineering. If you have another Science subject, please contact the University. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis. GCE A Level General Studies is accepted as a 4th A Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Science/ Applied Science preferred, particularly with specific Physics/ Maths content, however applicants with relevant subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 9 credits P: 6 credits

60 credits required in total, including 45 credits at level 3, with a minimum of 30 at Distinction grade, 9 at Merit grade and 6 at Pass grade. The other 15 credits will be level 2 and will not be graded. Access to HE Diploma Science/ Applied Science preferred, applicants with similar relevant subjects may be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants must also hold full separate GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English at grade C or 4 (or above).

Scottish Higher - BBBBB

120 UCAS points from A/B grades only. C grades and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Highers may be combined with Advanced Highers to contribute to 120 Tariff Point requirement, A/B grade Advanced Highers considered only. Must include at least one Science based subject, this can include Maths, Physics or Engineering at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis.

AS

A maximum of two GCE AS Levels may be considered to contribute toward the 120 UCAS Tariff Point requirement, however only in addition to three full GCE A Level qualifications including at least one Science subject inc Maths/ Physics/ Engineering at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

In combination with one BTEC National Certificate or one GCE A Level, equating to 120 UCAS tariff points total. Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

A maximum of two Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificates may be considered to contribute toward the 120 UCAS Tariff Point requirement, however only in addition to three full GCE A Level qualifications or a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (please see corresponding requirement sections for further information).

Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB

120 UCAS points required, points from A/B grades considered only. C grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Advanced Highers may be combined with Highers to contribute to 120 Tariff Point requirement, A/B grade Highers considered only. At least one Science subject inc Maths/ Physics/ Engineering essential at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points

At least one Science based subject inc Maths/ Physics/ Engineering essential at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants must hold English Language and Mathematics as composite parts of the IBDP.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

120 UCAS points required, points from A/B grades considered only. C grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Must include English, Mathematics and a Science at Higher H6 grade or above (D3 grade in old system) or Ordinary O4 grade or above (C2 grade in old system). At least one Science subject inc Maths/ Physics/ Engineering essential at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis.

Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

120 UCAS points required, points from A/B grades considered only. C grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Must include English, Mathematics and a Science at Higher H6 grade or above (D3 grade in old system) or Ordinary O4 grade or above (C2 grade in old system). At least one Science subject inc Maths/ Physics/ Engineering essential at grade B or above. Applicants without a Science course may be considered on a case by case basis.

T Level - D

T level - Healthcare Science/Science - Distinction

Three GCSEs at Grade C or 4 (or above) required in English, Mathematics and Science. Full GCSE equivalencies (e.g. Key Skills/ Functional Skills Level 2 Numeracy/ Literacy) are accepted. Applicants with non UK qualifications will need to meet the minimum GCSE requirements with a satisfactory GCSE equivalent qualification.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Other
Offers made to applicants are conditional on visiting a prosthetic and/or orthotics clinic.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 9 other engineering courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Salford, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
BBC Most common
  1. AAB
  2. Highest grades
  3. CCD
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

93% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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90 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

100 Go onto work and study

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