Program Overview

Podiatry BSc (Hons)

Overview

Podiatrists study the structure and function of the whole body and specialise in the foot, ankle and lower limb. On graduating with a degree in podiatry, you will be a qualified healthcare professional making your own clinical decisions. You will be ready to work alone or as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of problems affecting the lower limb.

Course Options

• Start date: September 2025
• Degree: BSc (Hons)
• UCAS code: B
• UCAS points: 120
• Duration: 3 years
• Mode: Full-time

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

• 120 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:
  • A Levels in at least three subjects with minimum Grade B
  • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma – DDM
  • Access to HE Diploma
  • T Levels
  • International Baccalaureate – 28 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent)

Mature Applicants and Those Without Formal Qualifications

• As an inclusive university, we recognise those who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course.

Admissions Policy

• We are committed to fair admissions and access by recruiting students regardless of their social, cultural or economic background as detailed in our admissions policy.

Interview

• An interview is required with a member of the academic teaching team. Further information will be provided once your application has been reviewed.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

• A completed Student Suitability Declaration Form and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. You need to complete this process prior to starting the course.

Health Check

• An occupational health check is required.

Fees, Funding and Additional Costs

Fees

• UK/Home students: £9,535 per year
• International students: £15,560 per year

Funding

• UK fee status holders: Government funding, UEL funding, External funding
• International fee status holders: UEL scholarships, Ways to pay

Additional Costs

• Textbooks
• Computer equipment
• Printing
• Travel
• Personal laptops and other personal devices
• Personal copies of books
• Optional study visits and field trips (and any associated visa costs)
• Costs of participating in external events, exhibitions, performances etc.

Course Modules

Year 1

• Podiatric Practice 1 (Core Module)
• Podiatric Anatomy and Physiology 1 (Core Module)
• Podiatric Pathology (Core Module)
• Professional Practice (Mental Wealth) (Core Module)
• Practice Based Learning 1 (Core Module)
• Podiatric Anatomy and Physiology 2 (Core Module)

Year 2

• Podiatric Practice 2 (Core Module)
• Podiatric Pathology 2 (Core Module)
• Practice Based Learning 2 (Core Module)
• Research Methods (Core Module)
• Podiatric Pharmacology (Core Module)
• Musculoskeletal Podiatry (Core Module)

Year 3

• Research Governance and Leadership (Core Module)
• Practice-Based Learning 3 (Core Module)
• Podiatric Practice 3 (Core Module)
• Complex Patients 1 (Core Module)
• Complex Patients 2 (Core Module)
• Practice Based Learning 4 (Core Module)

Your Future Career

• Industry Links: Central to this podiatry course are placements with local healthcare providers who work closely with the University.
• Graduate Employers: Close links with our healthcare partners ensure employment in the future for learners who complete their podiatry course and are registered with the HCPC.
• Job Roles: This role equips you to become a podiatrist and provide foot care in a variety of medical settings.
• Further Study: After completing your undergraduate degree in podiatry, you might decide to study for a further degree in a related subject, either an MSc or PhD in the School of Health, Sport and Bioscience.

How We Support Your Career Ambitions

• Career Zone: This digital platform provides you with careers and employability resources, including jobs board, mentoring programmes, 1-2-1 career coaching services, careers workshops and employer events, and learning pathways to gain new skills and industry insight.
• Mental Wealth Programme: Our Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth programme issues you with a Careers Passport to track the skills you've mastered. Some of these are externally validated by corporations like Amazon and Microsoft.

How You'll Learn

• Guided Independent Study: Our innovative Technology Enhanced Active Learning (TEAL) approach enhances face-to-face learning by providing students with scheduled on-campus contact hours and additional learning opportunities.
• Academic Support: Our podiatry students are supported with academic or subject-related queries by a programme director, module leaders, academic advisers, and university central support services.
• Dedicated Personal Tutor: If you need a bit of extra help with certain skills such as academic writing, English, maths, or statistics, academic tutors offer workshops, drop-in sessions, and one-to-one appointments to help you achieve your potential.

How You'll Be Assessed

• Assessment Strategies: A wide variety of assessment strategies will be used to promote your learning, including practical OSCEs, vivas, coursework, online assessments and presentations.
• Year 1: Practical/oral exam 33%
• Year 2: Clinical Placement 17%; Coursework 33%; Written exam 28%; Practical/oral exam 22%
• Year 3: Clinical Placement 33%; Coursework 30%; Practical/oral exam 37%

Campus and Facilities

• Stratford Campus, London, E15 4LZ: Our historic Stratford campus is located in one of the best-connected areas of London: close to Stratford's thriving town centre, the 2012 Olympic Park, just 15 minutes from London's West End and 20 minutes from Canary Wharf.