Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Podiatry program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in podiatry, preparing them for a career in this field. This program is being discontinued and is no longer available to new students.

Description

Podiatrists have a varied and interesting job caring for feet. Foot pain affects the young and old, sedentary and active people alike and can cause pain in the lower back and other joints by changing how you stand, walk and run. Foot problems also occur in association with many chronic diseases, and podiatry intervention is vital to monitor and preserve foot health.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will have:

• A current and in-depth knowledge of podiatry and the roles of a podiatrist.
• The ability to work safely and effectively as a podiatrist.
• The ability to contribute to and work effectively in multidisciplinary health teams with other practitioners.
• The ability to identify and analyse complex problems within podiatry practice and develop solutions to these problems.
• The knowledge and skills to perform in a socially responsible manner, to communicate complex concepts effectively, and to engage in life-long learning.

Admission Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme. The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission.

English Language Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. The overall minimum English language proficiency requirement is 7, with a sub-test minimum of 7.

Program Based Credit Limits and Currency

Credit may be granted for up to 120 units based on study undertaken at another institution or for study completed at the University of Newcastle that has not already been counted towards a completed degree.

Post Admission Requirements

NSW Health Verification Requirements apply to this program.

Assumed Knowledge

Chemistry and Mathematics (any level) are assumed knowledge for this program.

Professional Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Australian and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Council. Graduates of this program will be podiatrists, eligible for registration with the Podiatry Registration Board of Australia.

Career-Ready Placements

Students will complete more than 1000 hours of supervised practice in a variety of settings, both locally and nationally. Rural placements will be mandatory.

Program Requirements

The program comprises 240 units, including 230 units of core courses and 10 units of elective courses.

Program Structure

Core Courses

Students must complete the following core courses:

• HLSC1000: Transition to Health Sciences Education and Practice
• HUBS1108: Fundamentals of Human Anatomy
• HUBS1403: Biomedical Science Part 1
• HUBS1404: Biomedical Science Part 2
• PDTY1202: Fundamentals of Podiatry Practice
• PUBH1080: Studies in Population Health and Health Promotion
• HUBS2203: Introductory Pharmacology
• HUBS2505: Human Pathophysiology
• PDTY2101: Introduction to Podiatry Clinical Skills
• PDTY2102: Pharmacology in Clinical Podiatry Practice
• PDTY2103: Advanced Foot Anatomy and Biomechanics
• PDTY2202: Podiatric Medicine
• PDTY2203: Musculoskeletal and Sports Podiatry
• PDTY2204: Professional Practice
• PDTY2205: Diabetes and Wound Management
• PDTY3101: Advanced Paediatric and Adult Foot Management
• PDTY3102: Podiatric Surgery
• PDTY3103: Podiatric Biomechanics
• PDTY3104: Podiatric Specialisations
• PDTY3201: Seminars and Case Reports
• PDTY3202: Advanced Podiatry Practice
• PDTY3203: Specialised Podiatry Practice

Electives

Students must complete 10 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program.

AQF Level

This program is a Level 7 Bachelor Degree.

Additional Handbook Information

All students can access free academic skills and support provided by Academic Learning Support through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.

Program Details

• Study Level: Undergraduate
• Program Schedule: Bachelor Degree (240 units)
• Full-time Duration: 3 years
• Maximum Time to Complete: 5 years
• Term Type: Semesters
• College: College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
• Locations of Offer: Ourimbah