LONDON’S GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
TRAUMA AND
ORTHOPAEDICS MSc /
2016/17 ENTRY
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/surgery
Trauma and Orthopaedics MSc /
The Trauma and Orthopaedics MSc has been
designed to reflect the growing trend towards
greater integration of clinical service, research and
education in the NHS, as exemplified by the
development of the various Academic Health
Science Centre models, in order to speed the
development of improvements in patient care.
Degree summary The programme complements clinical training, with a particular focus on
the scientific and research content. Students develop an advanced
understanding of orthopaedics and trauma and develop an appreciation
of scientific research in terms of appraisal of the current scientific
literature/evidence and experimental design, practice and analysis.
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The Division of Surgery & Interventional Science is part of one of the
most prestigious medical schools in Europe, with a team of nearly
400 people, from surgeons and oncologists to clinical trials specialists
and researchers. Our aim is to understand the causes of human
disease and develop innovative therapies and technology to improve
the quality of life of the people around us.
The Medical School has highly rated basic science expertise within its
academic and clinical departments and students on the Trauma and
Orthopaedics MSc programme benefit from a world-class research
environment.
The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars,
tutorials and consultant clinical conferences. Each taught module will be
assessed by a two hour unseen examination. The submission of the
dissertation and viva voce for assessment will take place in the final year
of the programme.
Degree structure Mode: Flexible: 5 years
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. The programme
consists of eight core modules (120 credits) and a research dissertation
(60 credits). The programme consists of eight core modules (120 credits)
and a research dissertation (60 credits).
CORE MODULES
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Trauma, Theory and Upper Limb
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Trauma of the Spine and Lower Limbs
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Paediatric Trauma
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Children's Orthopaedics
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Oncology
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Orthopaedics – Upper Limb
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Orthopaedics – the Spine and Research Methodology
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Orthopaedics – Lower Limb
OPTIONS
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There are no optional modules for this programme.
DISSERTATION/REPORT
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All MSc students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a
dissertation of 8,000–10,000 words.
Your career The programme aims to enhance the training of orthopaedic trainees,
promoting a scientific approach to surgery. Combined with the existing
NE London Higher Surgical Training programme, this MSc offers
students an excellent preparation for FRCS (Orth) and/or further research
in this field.
Entry requirements Applicants must hold a medical qualification from a UK university or an
overseas qualification of equivalent standard.
GMC registration and MRCS or equivalent is also required, and an NTN
number (or two supporting references from your UK orthopaedic trainers).
English language proficiency level
FEES AND FUNDING
// UK & EU (2016/17) entry: £11,460 (FT)
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Overseas (2016/17) entry: £24,400 (FT)
Fees note: Fees for flexible, modular study are charged pro-rata to
the appropriate full-time Master's fee taken in an academic session.
The tuition fee schedule for 2016/17 entry can be viewed on the UCL
Current Students website.
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you
will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English
proficiency.
Full details of funding opportunities can be found on the UCL
Scholarships website: www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships
The level of English language proficiency for this programme is:
Standard.
APPLICATION DATE
Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and
test providers is provided at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/english-requirements
Your application The deadline for all applicants is 29 July 2016.
Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for
places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas
applicants) should take note of application deadlines.
When we assess your application we would like to learn:
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why you want to study Trauma and Orthopaedics at graduate level
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where you would like to go professionally with your higher degree
why you want to study Trauma and Orthopaedics at UCL
what particularly attracts you to this programme
how your academic and professional background meets the demands
of this programme
Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement
is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this
programme match what the programme will deliver.
Details on how to apply are available on the website at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/apply
PDF Updated: May 25, 2016
Information correct at time of going to press. See website (www.ucl.ac.uk/surgicalscience) for latest information
All applicants: 29 July 2016
CONTACT
Miss Stephanie McColl
Email:
s.mccoll@ucl.ac.uk
Telephone:
+44 (0)20 7679 6248