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Tuition USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 21 months
Deadline 2015-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Evanston, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Prosthetics and Orthotics at Northwestern University is a Master programme in Humanities over 21 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Prosthetics and Orthotics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 21 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Evanston, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Prosthetics and Orthotics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Clinical Sciences
  2. Materials Science
  3. Human Movement Science
  4. Principles of Orthotics-Prosthetics Practice
  5. Professional Issues
  6. Behavioral Sciences
  7. Technologies in O/P
  8. Supervised Clinical Experiences
  9. Research
  10. Assessment
  11. Orthotics/Prosthetics Practice
  12. Special Topics
  13. Practice Management

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The application packet includes the following elements:

  • Printed and signed copy of the completed\xc2\xa0NUPOC MPO Application Form
  • Two letters of recommendation (Learn more via the\xc2\xa0MPO Letter of Reference Form)
  • Personal essay
  • Sealed Official Transcripts
  • Application Fee ($95)

International Considerations

Graduates of academic institutions outside of the United States must have their transcripts interpreted by the World Education Service (WES). WES evaluation can be completed within 7 business days.\xc2\xa0Contact WES\xc2\xa0to assess international academic equivalence.

Applicants whose primary language is not English must submit TOEFL scores.\xc2\xa0

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Northwestern University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Northwestern University

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Northwestern University

Evanston, United States

Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2015-04-18
  • Start Date 2018-06-25
  • Language English
  • Duration 21 months