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Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours) La Trobe University - Melbourne Campus La Trobe University - Melbourne Campus, Australia

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AUD 40400

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

With La Trobe's Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours) you can become a qualified health professional with expertise in treating people's physical and functional limitations. From first year, you'll undertake clinical placements and experiences both on campus in La Trobe's prosthetic and orthotic facilities and at external sites. You'll study anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and prosthetic and orthotic prescription, design and fabrication. Honours is offered in two streams: industry and research. You'll complete either a major industry-relevant honours project or a research honours project in the final years of the course.


You'll learn:

  • Prosthetics and orthotics: Learn the theoretical basis and clinical practice of prosthetic and orthotic management, including treatment, assessment and prescriptions in children and adults.
  • Research: Gain an appreciation for research in prosthetics and orthotics by examining research designs, data and how it translates to consumers.
  • Clinical skills: Practice the assessment, prescription, manufacture and fit of prostheses and orthoses in a variety of clinical environments.
  • Healthcare: Discover the importance of wellbeing in a person's healthcare journey and how health professionals can work together to achieve the best outcomes.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 2 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Mar 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

    7 IELTS Score
    65 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    40400

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
    (AUD)

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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship

    Amount Opening Date Closing Date Status Who is it for? Where is it available? How is it paid?
    Up to 25% reduction in course fees 29/09/2023

    31/12/2025

    Open Future undergraduates, Future postgraduate coursework, International Student Sydney Campus, Albury-Wodonga Campus, Bendigo Campus, City Campus, Melbourne Campus, Mildura Campus, Shepparton Campus This scholarship will be applied as a discount to tuition fees for each subject studied for the entire duration of the course. Recipients are required to meet all conditions (if applicable) outlined in the Letter of Offer and accept the offer by paying the required deposit before the scholarship can be applied. Please note: Failure to meet condition(s) and pay the acceptance deposit on time may result in the withdrawal of the scholarship.


    Background

    La Trobe University values academic excellence. High-achieving international students considering applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate course will be automatically considered for this scholarship. The La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship rewards high achieving International students. This scholarship is worth between 15% to 25% off the annual tuition fees for the duration of studies.


    Are you eligible to apply?

    To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, applicants must:

    • Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand and be applying to start an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.
    • Be a new International student applying for 2024-2026 intakes.
    • Be a full fee-paying student (Non-sponsored).
    • Apply to a program in the List of eligible courses.
    • Not available to humanitarian or other permanent visa holders.


    Recipients of the scholarship shall be selected by the University based on their:

    WAM*

    ATAR Equivalent

    Scholarship

    Amount

    60-69.9

    60-69

    La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship - 15%

    15%

    70-74.9

    70-74

    La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship - 20%

    20%

    75+

    75+

    La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship - 25%

    25%

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