Podiatry BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Podiatry BSc (Hons)
Podiatrists help people stay active by treating foot and ankle problems. Studying podiatry can lead to a rewarding career with options to specialise in areas like sports injuries, medicine, research, and podiatric surgery.
Hands-on clinical experience
The course provides early and consistent clinical exposure, including NHS placements, private practice, and specialist clinics (e.g. diabetes, musculoskeletal, and wound care).
Public health and social justice
With an emphasis on health inequalities, outreach, and inclusive ca...
Podiatrists help people stay active by treating foot and ankle problems. Studying podiatry can lead to a rewarding career with options to specialise in areas like sports injuries, medicine, research, and podiatric surgery.
Hands-on clinical experience
The course provides early and consistent clinical exposure, including NHS placements, private practice, and specialist clinics (e.g. diabetes, musculoskeletal, and wound care).
Public health and social justice
With an emphasis on health inequalities, outreach, and inclusive care, we offer opportunities to work with vulnerable populations, gaining real-world experience in tackling foot health disparities.
Learning from lived experience
Hearing direct from service users and carers helps foster empathy, communication, and a patient-centred approach - vital qualities for future podiatrists.
This course is for you if...
- you're compassionate and dedicated to caring for people who need your help
- you're a team player, ready to work with healthcare professionals, patients and families
- you want to make a difference to society through healthcare
- you're committed to joining the ranks of registered podiatrists making a difference.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2026-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B985
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
96
0
96 UCAS points 3 GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Please note the institution may consider equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications.
Scottish Higher
96
0
96 points Maths, English and Science considered within as GCSE equivalent
Access to HE Diploma
96
0
Preferably in a science subject Pass 45 at Level 3 to include 33 at Merit/Distinction . Will need GCSE Maths and English Language alongside with C/4 or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
96
0
Maths and English considered within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
96
0
in a Science, Health or Social Science subject Must also have 3 GCSEs at C/4 or above including Maths, English and Science.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
96
0
96 points Maths, English and Science considered within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
96
0
Considered in combination
AS
96
0
Considered at confirmation
Extended Project
96
0
Considered at confirmation
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
96
0
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
96
0
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
96
0
Considered in combination
A level
96
0
96 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels Must also have 3 GCSEs at C/4 or above including Maths, English and Science. Please note the institution may consider equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications.
T Level
96
0
Accepted – preference pathways would be Health and Science. Typical offer would be Pass Overall to include C in Core
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
96
0
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
96
0
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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