Overview
On entering the Orthopaedic and Trauma Medicine programme from The University of Edinburgh, you are assigned to the relevant research group. Your progress is monitored by a thesis committee convened from members within these groups.
You will participate in a monthly graduate seminar programme, presenting your analysis of original research.
You are encouraged to present your findings at national and international conferences. You are also encouraged to publish your findings in international journals, in advance of the submission of your PhD theses for examination.
Facilities
The orthopaedic engineering unit, musculoskeletal research unit, and Micro-CT facilities are based in the Chancellor's Building, at the Little France medical campus.
Facilities for collaborative projects are based in the Centre for Regenerative Medicine and the Centre for Integrative Physiology. Both of these Centres are also located at Little France.
The outcome performance assessment facilities are based within the clinical department in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
Programme Structure
There are ongoing projects in the following areas:
- musculoskeletal tissue engineering
- stem cells
- regenerative medicine
- orthopaedic engineering
- modelling of the musculoskeletal system
- osteoporosis
- fracture repair
- clinical outcome studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We encourage you to apply at least one month prior to entry so that we have enough time to process your application.
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Disciplines
Biomedicine Human Medicine Health Sciences View 1969 other Masters in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent.
Tuition Fee
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International
51400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 51400 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9700 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time fees:
- Home - £3,235
- International/EU - £25,700
Living costs for Edinburgh
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.