Orthopaedic Surgery (MCh Orth)

University of Dundee
Postgraduate MChOrth Full-time 9 Months Medicine

About this course

Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England and recognised by many Indian State Medical Councils, this course encompasses taught, clinical and research elements relating to the field of orthopaedic surgery. This includes general orthopaedics and sub-specialties such as upper limb, foot and ankle, pediatrics and orthopaedic oncology.

As a practicing orthopaedic surgeon, you'll gain in-depth knowledge of the latest surgical and biomechanical techniques. You'll cover the biomechanics of all major joints, imaging techniques, trauma, gait and motion analysis, research, and statistical analysis.

Alongside lectures and self-directed study, you'll get hands-on learning experiences. You'll complete dry bone workshops, have an associated clinical attachment with a consultant orthopaedic surgeon, and participate in workshops - currently, shoulder approaches, hand and wrist, foot and ankle, spine, and navigated knee replacement - using Thiel-embalmed cadavers. These cadavers are embalmed to retain lifelike qualities, including soft tissue and fascia, and full joint articulation. This ensures an incredibly realistic learning experience.

Throughout this course, you'll hone your understanding of biomechanics, further develop your clinical skills, and discover how the scientific principles of orthopaedics can complement your clinical work.

You'll learn from experts in the field and may have the opportunity to present at conferences, write papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals, or apply for a patent of your own invention following the research element of the course.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2222 Occupational therapists
2211 Generalist medical practitioners
3213 Medical and dental technicians
3219 Health associate professionals

Course Details

Qualification
MChOrth
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
9 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Dundee
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Medicine