Inter-University Diploma (DIU) in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Assistive Devices (Appareillage)

Overview

One-year DIU providing in-depth theoretical and practical training in orthotics, prosthetics and assistive technology for professionals involved in rehabilitation of disabled people: upper limb, trunk, lower limb, foot, technical aids, visceral and sensory impairments and device evaluation.

The programme

Training type

Postgraduate degree programme

Duration

1 year: 114 hours in 7 modules plus 20-hour placement in an approved department

Start

Not stated on official page

Positions

Maximum 20 across the three universities

Accreditation

Inter-university diploma (DIU); regulations updated July 2025

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Physicians in specialist training or responsible for prescribing/monitoring devices for disabled people; health professionals with experience in the field (pedagogical authorisation required).

International applicants

Not stated on official page

Visa support

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Licence requirement

Not stated on official page

How to apply

Deadline

Not stated on official page

Application method

CV, motivation letter and diploma to a local course lead for pedagogical authorisation; enrolment with Université de Bordeaux DU Santé office

Funding

Funding

€300/year initial training; €800/year continuing education (€300 for PM&R, neurology, rheumatology, orthopaedics and paediatrics chefs de clinique), plus registration fees

Official sources