BSc. Biology (Orthotics and Prosthetics) - Pre-professional

Undergraduate Programs 4 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

BSc. Biology with a pre professional concentration in Orthotics and Prosthetics designed to prepare students for competitive graduate programs and clinical practice in orthotic and prosthetic design. The curriculum merges rigorous foundational coursework in biological sciences, anatomy, physics with targeted pre professional preparation for specialized graduate study. This comprehensive approach equips students with essential biomechanical analysis, advanced laboratory techniques, and critical clinical problem solving skills. Supported by small class sizes and expert faculty mentorship, students gain practical experience through targeted undergraduate research and specialized coursework. Graduates emerge fully prepared to transition into professional master's degree programs in orthotics and prosthetics, succeeding in modern rehabilitative and assistive technology healthcare careers.

Graduate Career Path

Graduates career paths as orthotists, prosthetists, clinical researchers, rehabilitative technology specialists. They secure positions within specialized medical clinics, rehabilitation centers, and manufacturing facilities, designing custom supportive devices, assisting patient mobility, or seamlessly transitioning into advanced professional master's degree programs in orthotics and prosthetics.

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa

F-1 International Student can work up to 20 hours per week and full time during official school breaks and vacations. Post completion Optional Practical Training allows graduates to work for 12 months and STEM graduate are eligible for up to 24 month extension.

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Mount Aloysius College below;

1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level (Biology, Physics, Chemistry)

2. School Transcript

3. Testimonial/Recommendation Letter

4. Travelling Passport

5. CV

6. All applicants must be at least 23 years old

English Language Requirement

The college accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. Such student must submit English proficiency letter from their school.  For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, must submit

Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores of IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 47, Duolingo English Test: Score of 110.

Programme Details
Undergraduate Programs Level
4 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2027
March, 2026 → October, 2026
Open
August, 2027
October, 2026 → May, 2027
Open
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