Philosophy of the Program

Master of Science Program in Prosthetics and Orthotics aims to equip graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in prosthetics and orthotics through comprehensive course study, research, evidence-based and ethical practices to empower specialized expertise to independently manage and address mobility challenges across all ages, utilizing innovative technologies and responsibility in patient care. 

For Plan 1.2 Academic (Coursework and Thesis)

At the end of the program study, students will be able to:

1) Apply advanced knowledge of theory and practices in the prosthetics and orthotics principles, current and emerging assistive technology, biomechanics, and relevant medical sciences and management to develop a research proposal and design prosthetic and orthotic devices 

2) Systematically conduct research on prosthetics and orthotics areas and analyzing findings

3) Show moral and ethical behaviors in academic, research and profession in prosthetics and orthotics 

4) Develop characters of diverse team working, responsibility for both individual and collective work, entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking 

For Plan 2 Profession (Coursework and Independent Study) 

At the end of the program study, students will be able to:

1) Apply advanced knowledge of theory and practices in the prosthetics and orthotics principles, current and emerging assistive technology, biomechanics, and relevant medical sciences and management to appropriately deliver prosthetic and orthotic care according to ISPO standards

2) Systematically conduct research on prosthetics and orthotics areas and analyzing findings

3) Apply specialized skills and innovative techniques in the assessment, casting, fabrication, fitting, and adjustment of prosthetic and orthotic devices

4) Show moral and ethical behaviors in academic, research and profession in prosthetics and orthotics

5) Develop characters of diverse teamworking, responsibility for both individual and collective work, entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking 

** Credits (lecture – laboratory – self-study)**

SIID 503 Research Methodology in Biomedicine 2 (2-0-4) [Required for Both Plans]

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 563 Seminar in Assistive Technology 1 (1-0-2) [Required for Both Plans]

Overview of assistive technology, prosthetics, and orthotics; development of the skills in effective literature searches and critically appraising research evidence related to assistive technology; exploration of emerging technologies and innovation in assistive technology; ethical considerations in research and development; discussions and case studies to understand the real-world challenges and opportunities associated with assistive technology

SIPO 564 Seminar in Prosthetics and Orthotics 1 (1-0-2) [Required for Both Plans]

Organization and facilitation of a seminar session in prosthetics and orthotics; advanced methods used for evaluating prosthetic and orthotic research based on evidence; strength and limitation of applications of the research findings; exploration of new technologies and innovation in prosthetics and orthotics; ethical considerations in research and development; discussion with experts in prosthetics and orthotics field and case studies to understand the real-world challenges and opportunities associated with prosthetics and orthotics

SIPO 543 Medical Science for Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (2-0-4) [Required for Both Plans]

An integration of medical sciences related to prosthetics and orthotics; Prosthetic and orthotic science; 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 2 (1-2-3) [Required for Both Plans]

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 545 Advanced Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (2-0-4) [Required for Plan Academic]

An application of advanced biomechanics and kinesiology of prosthetics and orthotics, material science and mechanical science; advanced components for prosthetics and orthotics, electronic prosthetics and orthotics which have been controlled by the bio signal and computerized system; Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM); mechanical structure and functions of prosthetic and orthotic components; the treatment Plan and care management for people with physical disability and older people; practice in fabrication and fitting

SIPO 546 Projects in Prosthetics and Orthotics 4 (0-8-4) [Required for Plan Academic]

The development of project proposals to answer defined clinical questions; a critical analysis of literature; an implementation of research pilot projects; reporting project findings to form conclusions to the clinical questions; formal presentations of project

SIPO 548 Evidence-Based Practice in Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (1-2-3) [Required for Both Plans]

Definitions and characteristics of evidence-based practices; basic principles of evidence-based practices; processes for evidence-based practices, definitions, characteristics, and sources of evidence; an evaluation and development of evidences in evidence-based practices; an integration of evidence to inform decision-making, communication and application of evidence-based practices into prosthetic and orthotic practices

SIPO 549 Organization Management in Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (1-2-3) [Required for Both Plans]

Basic principles of organization management; organization structure, strategic planning, human resource management, financial and managerial accounting, unit cost calculation; conflict resolution, clinical audit, application of knowledge for organization management of prosthetics and orthotics in public and private sectors

SIPO 551 Basic Engineering Knowledge in Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (2-0-4) [Required for Plan Academic]

Fundamental engineering principles essential for the design, development, and implementation of prosthetics and orthotics; concepts of engineering design, innovation, material selection, mechanical testing, intellectual property, standards, codes, software tools with a specific focus on their applications in the field of prosthetics and orthotics

SIPO 561 Advanced Clinical Practice in Lower Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics 4 (0-8-4) [Required for Plan Profession]

Clinical practice with complex cases: lower limb prosthetics and orthotics; advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving;  evidence-based decision-making; application of biomechanics, prosthetic and orthotic design, assistive technology; supervised patient care in hospitals, clinics, specialized facilities; exposure to diverse diseases and conditions; problem-based and team-based learning; advanced skills: assessment, casting, fabrication, fitting, adjustment; evaluation using outcome measures; communication and leadership within multidisciplinary teams;  ethical and professional behavior; conflict resolution; teamwork; adaptability; integration of new technologies;  entrepreneurial mindset; innovation; critical thinking; compassionate and empathy patient care.

SIPO 562 Advanced Clinical Practice in Spinal Orthotics and Upper Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics 4 (0-8-4)

[Required for Plan Profession]

Clinical practice: upper limb prosthetics, spinal orthotics; advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving;  evidence-based decision-making; application of biomechanics, prosthetic and orthotic design, assistive technology; supervised patient care in hospitals, clinics, specialized facilities; exposure to diverse diseases and conditions; problem-based and team-based learning; advanced skills: assessment, casting, fabrication, fitting, adjustment; evaluation using outcome measures; communication and leadership within multidisciplinary teams;  ethical and professional behavior; conflict resolution; teamwork; adaptability; integration of new technologies;  entrepreneurial mindset; innovation; critical thinking; compassionate and empathy patient care.

** Credits (lecture – laboratory – self-study)**

SIPO 502 Orthotic and Prosthetic Technologies 3 (2-2-5) 

Principle and process of advanced material science and mechanical science; prosthetic and orthotic technology, carbon fiber manufacturing, silicon house, advanced prosthetic and orthotic components, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and 3D printing technology; mechanical structure and functions of prosthetic and orthotic components; the administration and management in prosthetics and orthotics factories

SIPO 503 Health Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (2-0-4)

Public health; healthy behavior changes; health promotion; interpersonal environmental and societal aspects implications on prosthetics and orthotics; psychosocial perspectives; professional ethics; policy and advocacy

SIPO 506 Clinical Gait Analysis 3 (2-2-5)

Functioning analysis, properties and biomechanics of muscles, tendons, bones and joints; center of mass and balance; human movement and control; ground reaction force and methodology for the human movement; the clinical analysis 3-D using the motion analysis and related tools and equipment

SIPO 565 Exercise Science: Principles and Applications 2 (1-2-3)

Basic physiology of exercise, effects of exercise on physiological systems, biochemical and physiological responses to exercise, adaptations to physical training, the role of physical activity in diseases management, exercise prescription and program design, exercise testing standards and recommendation, testing analysis and interpretation

SIPO 523 Advanced Spinal Orthotics 2 (1-2-3)

Anatomy, biomechanics, spinal orthotic principles, current and emerging designs, material and fabrication technologies in spinal orthotics; Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), 3D printing, advance monitoring system, experimental analysis, clinical outcome analysis; medical imaging analysis; treatment plan and care management for people with the associated spinal pathologies, update current trends in evidence based practice in spinal orthotics; design and fitting of complexed case scenarios  

SIPO 566 Postural Support Device and Seating Technology 2 (1-2-3)

Anatomy relevant to postural support, ergonomic principles in postural support, classification of postural support devices, types of seating systems, design and materials used in seating systems, assessment and postural retention techniques, manufacturing process for CAD CAM seating, seating customization and fitting, technological innovations in postural support device and seating, standing postural support devices, users and caregivers’ education

SIPO 536 Pedorthic Management for Foot Problems 2 (1-2-3)

The management of the foot problems in clinical practices; in-depth explorations on treatment principles; problems in clinical practices; appropriate orthotic prescriptions; treatment process associated with the pedorthic management; evidence-based practices of treatments for various foot problems in current clinical practices 

SIPO 537 Medical Footwears 2 (1-2-3)

Anatomy and the structure of medical footwears; materials, tools and equipment; characteristics and directions of the use related to the variation of the medical orthopedic footwears for ankles and foot problems or pathologies; variation of shoe, shoe construction design and its advantage, shoe making skills, sewing, fabrication techniques and shoe fitting technique by apply knowledge from research paper and textbook

SIPO 547 Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics 2 (2-0-4)

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 553 Technical Writing and Visualization for Prosthetics and Orthotics 3 (3-0-6)

Writing and visualization; skills and attributes development in effective communication of research and clinical reports; using visual and document design; audience awareness, precision in communication, scaffolded in-depth writing and visualization projects; The development of research skills, business and clinical practice skills

SIPO 554 Critical Appraisal of Research Literature 2 (2-0-4)

Critical appraisal of scientific literature; an evaluation of research rationale, methodologies, data analysis, presentations of results and research implications to evidence- based practices, the strength and weakness assessment; critical reviews of the past and current prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation science and related research

SIPO 555 Applied Fitting Techniques in Prosthetics and Orthotics 3 (2-2-5) 

Affordability and adjustability of immediate fitting in prosthetics and orthotics; global practices in applied Fitting techniques; identification, practices and appropriate prosthetic and orthotic fitting in various situations; cultural difference, multiple limb amputations, gender or different generations

SIPO 559 Assistive Technology for Physical Disabilities 3 (1-4-4) 

An assessment and prescription of appropriate assistive technology for people with physical disability and elderly persons; description and analysis of gait using related assistive technologies; appropriate training of users to use assistive technology

SIPO 567 International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health in Prosthetics and Orthotics 1 (1-0-2) 

An introduction to International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF); concepts of functioning, disability, and health; theory, models and principles of ICF; components of ICF, the use of ICF; applications of ICF in prosthetics and orthotics

SIPO 696 Independent Study 6 (0-18-0)  [Required for Plan Profession]

An identification of research interest and research questions; preparations and presentations of research proposals; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyzes, interpretations of the results; independent study writing; presentations and publications of research in standardized journals or conferences proceedings; the research ethics

SIPO 698  Thesis 12 (0-36-0) [Required for Plan Academic]

An identification of research interest and research questions; preparations and presentations of research proposals; research conduct with concern of research ethics; data collections, data analyzes, interpretations and discussions of the results, thesis writing, presentations and publications of research in standardized journals or conferences proceedings, the research ethics

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.

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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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1️⃣ Step 1: Application Requirements

Applicants must upload a scanned copy of required documents (PDF format) through this link. https://graduate.mahidol.ac.th/admission-apply/ 

2️⃣ Step 2:  Application Fee

Applicants are required to pay the non-refundable application fee of 500.00 THB to apply for each program.

3️⃣ Step 3: Consideration and Selection

After completing the document upload and payment process, you will receive an email from the program regarding the consideration and selection details, including the schedule. This information will be sent via sisspograd@gmail.com, so please check your inbox regularly, including your spam or junk mail folder.

As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to participate in an interview examination with faculty members and the admissions committee. This interview aims to assess communication skills, motivation, and suitability for the program.

For applicants applying to Plan 2: Profession (Coursework and Independent Study), a comprehensive examination (theory part) is required. This exam is organized by the Sirindhorn School of Prosthetics and Orthotics as part of the selection criteria.

4️⃣ Step 4: Announcement of Qualified Student

The qualified students will received a notice email from Faculty of Graduate Study, Mahidol University

5️⃣ Step 5: Student check-in at Faculty of Graduate Study, Mahidol University, Thailand

The successful student require checking-in and attending orientation program at Mahidol University. See useful information: Visa & Immigration, Student Life at Mahidol, Accommodation, Transportation, Campus Maps, etc. to make your best preparation prior to arrival at Mahidol.https://mahidol.ac.th/intstudents/ 

6️⃣ Step 6: New Student Check-In

Student require paying the tuition fee when the semester start.