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Endorsed by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
This exciting programme has been developed as a collaborative venture
between Middlesex University and the Society
of Orthopaedic Medicine. It is the first of its kind in Europe.
Recognising the importance of continuing professional development
(CPD), we provide the opportunity for experienced physiotherapists
and medical practitioners to develop clinical, research and other
relevant skills to extend their qualifications in orthopaedic medicine.
You will explore injection therapy, advanced practice, project development
and research methods.
FAQs
For further details on application procedures please contact Julia
Kermode, SOM Executive Director
Programme content
Orthopaedic medicine is embedded as the underpinning of musculoskeletal
medicine and therapy. The integration of the academic programme
with clinical experience will drive both professional development
and clinical enhancement in this field.
The programme will enable medical practitioners and physiotherapists
to develop mastery in the application and integration of orthopaedic
medicine into their clinical practice and to enhance the level of
patient care, particularly in the field of musculoskeletal medicine
and therapy.
The programme provides the opportunity for the experienced physiotherapist
or medical practitioner to develop clinical, research and other
relevant skills in relation to orthopaedic medicine.
Study pattern
One year part time or 18 months part time.
Methods of Critical Enquiry in the Study of Health Care Services
- SOM 1
5 days attendance - 45 teaching hours; 180 study hours
Compulsory; included in fee
Middlesex University
*Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy - SOM 2
5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours
Option Module; additional fee of £300.00 applies
*Advanced Clinical Practice in Orthopaedic Medicine - SOM
3
5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours
Option Module; additional fee of £300.00 applies
*Practice-based Proposition Module - SOM 4
Individual supervision/distance learning; 180 study hours
Option Module; additional fee of 300.00 applies
Dissertation module - SOM 5
Individual supervision/workshops; 540 study hours
Compulsory; included in fee
*Students are normally required to choose 2 out of the 3 option
modules available but accreditation of prior learning (APL) may
exempt you from up to one third of the MSc Orthopaedic Medicine
programme.
There will be some accommodation costs.
The normal duration of the part-time programme is one year or eighteen
months. Students may only register for the full MSc and will need
to complete the accredited Society of Orthopaedic Medicine Diploma
course or an equivalent accredited course in orthopaedic medicine,
plus the research module. two designated option modules and the
MSc Dissertation.
Assessment
While each module has its own assessment methods, there is a strong
focus on coursework and assessment of skills development.
Entry requirements
Relevant professional medical or physiotherapy qualification.
All candidates must have successfully completed all components of
the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine Diploma course or an accredited
equivalent course in orthopaedic medicine.
Contact us
Dr Elaine Atkins,
Programme Leader - PG Dip/MSc Orthopaedic Medicine
Julia Kermode,
Executive Director Tel: 0845 680 1608
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