Doctoral Philosophy Program in Prosthetics and Orthotics
(International Program)
01. Required Documents for Application
1. Official transcript/grade report of master's degree in prosthetic & orthotic or related fields and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalence
2. Degrees Certificate
3. Passport
4. Statement of purpose (SOP)
5. Recommendation Letter
6. Research proposal outline, indicating intended research, including title, introduction, objectives, methods, expected outcome, and references. The required length of the research proposal outline is between 1,000 and 1,500 words (excluding references).
7. English Proficiency Score
Entrance Requirement is required
For an applicant who would like to apply for a scholarship from Mahidol University, an applicant is required to submit English Proficiency Score in advance [Graduation requirement]
8. For applicants who received a scholarship from a sponsor, an applicant is required to submit a
confirmation letter from the sponsor.
** The list above is compulsory to be eligible for the interview examination **
02. Program Overview [Object & Learning Outcome]
Objectives of the Program
At the program completion, the graduates will qualify the Degree Program Standards as follows
- To serve as role model for moral, professional, and ethical behavior with integrity within an acceptable code of conduct.
- To demonstrate an expert knowledge of theories, fundamental principles and concepts in prosthetics and orthotics to develop knowledge, skills and innovation.
- To solve the most complex and challenging problems facing prosthetics and orthotics, through knowledge transfer of best research and treatments.
- To lead and delegate by working skillfully with team members.
- To apply statistics and information technology to analyze data and communicate effectively by disseminating scholarly reports, research and knowledge in both formal and informal international scientific forums.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- Demonstrate behaviors which exemplify moral and ethical behaviors representative of a scholar and professional in prosthetics and orthotics.
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding and keen awareness of current and emerging science, research and innovation in prosthetic/orthotic and related fields.
- Apply an evidence-based practice approach to the evaluation, application and analysis of current best practices in prosthetic/orthotic and related fields.
- Exemplify the features, character and integrity of an intelligent leader in the field.
- Demonstrate a heightened ability for statistical analysis, use of appropriate media, and methods to communicate and engage with colleagues in prosthetic/orthotic and related fields.
Career Opportunities of the Graduates
- Researchers in prosthetic/orthotic and related fields at research institutes, government sectors and industrial organization
- Academic staff at university/institute
- Entrepreneur/business owners in prosthetics and orthotic
- Leaders/managers in prosthetic and orthotic facilities
03. Curriculum Structure
Study Plan
Curriculum Structure
04. Introducing our courses
✒️Required Courses✒️
SIID 503 Research Methodology in Biomedicine
Various types of research; applications of scientific process in the research design in biomedical sciences; a formulation of research questions and hypotheses; techniques of data collection and information sources in biomedical sciences; a critical appraisal of scientific research articles; research ethics; the animal use for research; the proposal development in biomedical science research
SIPO 541 Seminar in Prosthetics and Orthotics I
Literature search in prosthetics and orthotics; an analysis and critical appraisal of prosthetics and orthotics research articles; an evaluation of prosthetics and orthotics research; strength and limitation of the applications of the research findings
SIPO 542 Seminar in Prosthetics and Orthotics II
Research in Prosthetics and orthotics seminars; technologies in prosthetics and orthotics; prosthetic and orthotic development; presentation of prosthetic and orthotic research; Strength and limitation of applications of the research findings
SIPO 543 Medical Science for Prosthetics and Orthotics
An integration of medical sciences and prosthetics and orthotics; in-depth analysis of the prosthetist and orthotist roles in medical multidisciplinary team in management of common pathologies including modern clinical practice setting
SIPO 544 Advanced Biomechanics and Outcome Measurement
An application of advanced biomechanics of prosthetic and orthotic; an analysis of human movement; biomechanical analysis of prosthetic and orthotic experiment technique for the acceleration analysis and force plate; the principle of the 3-D motion analysis, the appropriate system of data analysis and report; an application of various tools used to assess diverse aspects of health including physical ability, quality of life and pain; a selection of appropriate assessment procedures used to measure both baseline status and any change in the status due to healthcare interventions or the natural progression of a condition.
SIPO 547 Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Definitions and characteristics of the knowledge translation, basic theories, frameworks, and models in the knowledge translation; the relationship between the knowledge translation and the evidence-based practice; the research design and intervention used in the knowledge translation; an application of knowledge translation in prosthetics and orthotics
SIPO 641 Integration of Rehabilitation Theory to Prosthetics and Orthotics
Definitions, development and evaluation of rehabilitation theory; conceptual and theoretical foundation in rehabilitation; roles of theories in the development and application of knowledge in rehabilitation; historical, current, and emerging theories, models and frameworks in rehabilitation; identification of modern rehabilitation theories, keys issues and trends affecting prosthetics and orthotics; application and integration of rehabilitation theories in prosthetics and orthotics; identification of gaps and opportunities using evidence-based practices and systematic approach to paradigmatic methodological issues and research areas in prosthetics and orthotics incorporating modern rehabilitation theories
SIPO 642 Population-Based Innovation in Assistive Technologies and Prosthetics/Orthotics
Exploration, data analysis, interplay styling cues, precision design; assistive technology, prosthetics, orthotics user-centered design interventions; relation of design to holistic and whole person rehabilitation; population-based and evidence-based practice innovation, interventions and treatments
SIPO 643 Advanced Human Movement Technologies and Rehabilitation
Applications of objective measurement and quantification of free-living physical behavior; evidence-based analysis techniques, outcome measures for quantification of free-living physical behaviors; clinical rehabilitation and considerations for varied populations; application and evaluation of current advanced rehabilitation technologies for assisting human movement
SIPO 644 Doctoral Seminar in Evidence-Based Practice
Critical appraisal of research literature in prosthetic and orthotic and related fields; theoretical and practical aspects in the depth and breadth of research in the prosthetic/orthotic and related fields; identification of gaps and opportunities in research utilizing the integration of evidence-based practice
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✒️ Elective Courses ✒️
SIPO 601 Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis
Definitions, concepts, level of evidence, elements and methodology of systematic review and meta-analysis; formulation of a well-formed research question and a logic model; development of a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis; development of literature search strategy and identification of studies using eligibility criteria; selection of appropriate quality assessment tool; development of data extraction forms; analysis and synthesis of various research and appraisal of the risk of bias or quality of evidence; formulation and implementation of statistical analysis plan; development of strategies for summarizing and synthesizing existing research; identification of key issues and trends in evidence-based analysis, systematic reviews and meta-analysis in prosthetics and orthotics; application and integration of systematic reviews and meta-analysis in prosthetics and orthotics.
SIPO 602 Special Topics: Medical Statistics & Statistical Methods for Prosthetics and Orthotics
Identification of research methodology and statistical reasoning in prosthetics and orthotics; medical statistical methods and its application in prosthetics and orthotics; utilization of appropriate statistical techniques, data analysis, statistic result summarization, interpretation and discussion of results, and presentation for quantitative and qualitative research in prosthetics and orthotics; statistical data analysis software; application to clinical prosthetics and orthotics practice.
SIPO 603 Independent Study
Formulation of a focused project through mentoring system; student-focused goal and objectives, skill development of academic writing and revision; instrumentation techniques for data collection across research designs; design-thinking for appropriate project management; prosthetics and orthotics and assistive technology uses; review of literature, analysis of literature, experimental approaches and tasks
SIPO 604 Research in Physiology of Exercise
Review of research, foundation of physiology, and knowledge gap; instrumentation and data collection protocolization; design and development of experiments; bioenergetics, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, exploration of cardiovascular contributions to human movement; environmental and ergogenic influences on human movement and performance; considerations of special populations, sport persons, and persons with limb differences
SIPO 611 Innovation in Lower Limb Prosthetics
Application of advanced biomechanics and kinesiology of lower extremity; material science, and mechanical science; advanced components for lower limb prostheses, electrical prostheses which have been controlled by bio-signal and computerized systems; Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM); mechanical structure and functions of lower limb prosthetic components; experimental analysis, gait and motion analysis, pressure distribution analysis on the plantar surface of feet during gait; treatment plan and care management for lower limb prosthetics users; practice in fabrication and fitting
SIPO 612 Innovation in Upper Limb Prosthetics
Application of advanced biomechanics and kinesiology of upper extremity; material science, and mechanical science; advanced components for upper limb prostheses, electrical prostheses which have been controlled by bio-signal and computerized systems; Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM); mechanical structure and functions of upper limb prosthetic components, treatment plan and care management for upper limb prosthetics users; practice in fabrication and fitting
SIPO 613 Health Systems and Policy Analysis
Health system and health policy framework; comparison of domestic and international health systems and policies; health service delivery of public and private sectors; design and evaluation for health systems and policies; health policy analysis; health service reform; barriers and facilitators for implementation of changes in health systems and policies; synthesizing and communicating research evidence on health system and policy
SIPO 614 Community-Based Rehabilitation in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Introduction, terminologies and definitions in community-based rehabilitation; community-based rehabilitation matrix and principles; methods of working, components and elements, management structure and cycle, and sustaining in community-based rehabilitation; International Classification on Functioning, Disability and Health in prosthetics and orthotics; application and integration of community-based rehabilitation in prosthetics and orthotics; project on situation analysis, planning and design, implementation and monitoring, and evaluation of community-based rehabilitation in prosthetics and orthotics
SIPO 615 Clinical Rehabilitation and Free-Living Physical Behavior
Application of clinical rehabilitation outcome measurement and evaluation, free-living environmental considerations, appropriate technologies and interventions, measurement and evaluation of free-living physical behavior, motion analysis, physical activity monitoring, inertial measurement unit systems, biomechanical and physiological measurements.
SIPO 616 Innovation in Orthotics
Application of advanced biomechanics and kinesiology of lower extremity, upper extremity and spine; material science and mechanical science; advanced components and innovation in orthoses; mechanical structure and functions of advanced orthoses; experimental analysis, gait, and motion analysis; treatment plan and care management for orthosis users; practice in fabrication and fitting
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✒️ Dissertation ✒️
SIPO 699 Dissertation
Research training and practice in prosthetics and orthotics for a dissertation; identification of research interest and research questions, literature review, schema development, knowledge gap exploration, critical rationale development, problem-solving skills exercise, technological development and/or innovation by research process complying to the international standard; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyses, interpretations and discussions of the results, dissertation writing, dissertation examination, and publications of research in peer-review national or international journals or patent registration
SIPO 799 Dissertation
Research training and practice in prosthetics and orthotics for a dissertation; identification of research interest and research questions, literature review, schema development, knowledge gap exploration, critical rationale development, problem-solving skills exercise, technological development and/or innovation by research process complying to the international standard; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyses, interpretations and discussions of the results, dissertation writing, dissertation examination, and publications of research in peer-review national or international journals or patent registration
SIPO 898 Dissertation
Research training and practice in prosthetics and orthotics for a dissertation; identification of research interest and research questions, literature review, schema development, knowledge gap exploration, critical rationale development, problem-solving skills exercise, technological development and/or innovation by research process complying to the international standard; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyses, interpretations and discussions of the results, dissertation writing, dissertation examination, and publications of research in peer-review national or international journals or patent registration
SIPO 899 Dissertation
Research training and practice in prosthetics and orthotics for a dissertation; identification of research interest and research questions, literature review, schema development, knowledge gap exploration, critical rationale development, problem-solving skills exercise, technological development and/or innovation by research process complying to the international standard; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyses, interpretations and discussions of the results, dissertation writing, dissertation examination, and publications of research in peer-review national or international journals or patent registration
05. Tuition and Fees
Note
1. Summer Semester: If students register for courses or attend a thesis examination in summer semester, the tuition fee will be charged at 50% of the normal fixed-rate.
2. Number of Credits (for full-time registration in semester system)
1st Semester 9-15 credit, 2nd Semester 9-15 credit, Summer ≤ 6 credit
3. Students who passed the thesis/independent study examination (but still in the process of publication for graduation) must pay the semester fee 6,500 THB for every semester until getting the graduation approval by Mahidol University Council.
4. Graduation Date = The date of receiving the graduation approval by Mahidol University Council
06. Financial Support
1️⃣ The Siriraj Graduate Students Scholarship
Eligible students are able to apply for Siriraj Graduate Scholarship. The application scholarship will be opened after the start of semester 1 and registration for the course of semester 1. Therefore, the candidates are expected to advance the tuition fee and bring the receipt for reimbursement from the scholarship provider.
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2️⃣ Mahidol Postgraduate Scholarships for Graduate International
The Mahidol Postgraduate Scholarships has been initiated to offer international students for scholarships which cover tuition fees and other expenses while studying in the graduate programs of Mahidol University.
MORE INFORMATION https://graduate.mahidol.ac.th/inter/current-students/?p=scholarship
3️⃣ Graduate Loan
Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University shall offer a support to students who have financial problem on tuition fee payment.The support has been allocated in term of graduate loan for the tuition fee payment towards postgraduate students of Mahidol University of the academic year 2021.
MORE INFORMATION : https://graduate.mahidol.ac.th/inter/current-students/?p=scholarship
4️⃣ Distinguished Thesis Awards
Graduate students of Mahidol University annually produce a number of outstanding theses. Many of them demonstrate high quality research, and have been published in
recognized national or international academic journals and have acquired patents. The use of research results has brought great benefits and recognized in high government and the private sector of Mahidol University. The Faculty of Graduate Studies offers Distinguished Thesis Awards to honor their excellence.
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5️⃣ Dean's List
The Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University, values students who have graduated with distinction. In recognition of academic excellence, selected students are given the award and named in the Dean's List...
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07. Admission Requirements
Plan 1: Research Only
Plan 1.1 For students with Master's Degree Applicant
- Hold a Master’s degree in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields which is accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation or equivalence;
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalence;
- Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University;
- Have research proposal in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields
- Exemption from above criteria may be considered by the Program Administrative Committee and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
Plan 1.2 For students with Bachelor's Degree Applicant
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree prosthetic/orthotic or related fields which is accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation or equivalence;
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalence;
- Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University;
- Have research proposal and a publication in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields as a research article in a journal indexed in the international database. The authorship should be either principle investigator (PI) or corresponding author.
- Have a minimum of two-years working experience in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields;
- Exemption from above criteria may be considered by the Program Administrative Committee and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
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Plan 2: Coursework and Research
Plan 2.1 For students with Master's Degree Applicant
- Hold a Master’s degree prosthetic/orthotic or related fields which is accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation or equivalence;
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalence;
- Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University;
- Have research proposal outline in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields;
- Exemption from above criteria may be considered by the Program Administrative Committee and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
Plan 2.2 For students with Bachelor's Degree Applicant
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree prosthetic/orthotic or related fields which is accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation or equivalence;
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalence;
- Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University;
- Have research proposal outline in prosthetic/orthotic or related fields;
- Exemption from above criteria may be considered by the Program Administrative Committee and the Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
08. How to Apply
Students interested in applying for enrollment in the Master program must apply to the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Visit 👉 the https://graduate.mahidol.ac.th/inter/prospective-students/👈and follow the application instructions to apply online. Applications for September should be submitted by April 30th of each year. The admission process involves the following steps:
Step 1: Complete the admission of the program.
International applicant: http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/Admission/online/admission2018_EN/login.php
Thai applicant: http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/admission-thai/?page_name=sign-up
Step 2: Announcement of a qualified candidate and interview exam
Candidates qualified for interview exam require submitting a proposal before the deadline. The interview exam will relate about your submitted proposal. The date of proposal submission deadline will be showed on the announcement
Step 3: Announcement of Qualified Student
The qualified students will received a notice email from Faculty of Graduate Study, Mahidol University
Step 4: Student check-in at Faculty of Graduate Study, Mahidol University, Thailand
The successful student require checking-in and attending orientation program at Mahidol University.
Step 5: Enrolling the course and paying for the tuition fee
Student require paying the tuition fee when the semester start.