The programme is research-oriented. It will follow a prescribed series of investigation and students should inform themselves in depth about the field of knowledge relevant to the topic of their projects. In addition to satisfying the programme requirements and other requirements as prescribed by the Division, students will be required to submit a research thesis and pass an oral examination before graduation.

Fields of Specialization

Topic in the Principles of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

Topics in Orthopaedic Specialization

• Traumatology
• Sports Medicine
• Adult Joint Reconstruction
• Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
• Foot & Ankle Surgery
• Paediatric Orthopaeic
• Spinal Surgery
• Orthopaedic Oncology
• Hand Surgery

Topic in Orthopaedic Basic Sciences

• Biomaterial
• Soft Tissue Healing
• Bone Healing and Regeneration
• Osteoporosis
• Biomedical/Mechanical or Electronic Engineering

However, topics outside the above fields would also be considered.

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In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have a recognized Bachelor's degree preferably in a field related to life sciences, degree of MBChB, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.