bachelor of orthotics prosthetics

The Bachelor of Orthotics and Prosthetics (BOP) programme is a multidisciplinary healthcare programme that focuses on the design, fabrication, fitting, and maintenance of orthoses (braces and supports) and prostheses (artificial limbs). Students will learn the biomechanical principles underlying human movement, the pathologies that necessitate orthotic or prosthetic intervention, and the materials and techniques used to create these assistive devices. The programme integrates theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on clinical experience, preparing graduates to provide comprehensive orthotic and prosthetic services to patients of all ages and abilities. It emphasizes patient assessment, device design, fabrication, fitting, and follow-up care, promoting independence and improving the quality of life for individuals with physical disabilities. The curriculum also covers relevant areas of anatomy, physiology, pathology, rehabilitation, and psychosocial aspects of disability.