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Podiatry BSc (Hons)

Glasgow Caledonian University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Patients who have problems with their feet or lower limbs need expert care and attention. Podiatrists are independent highly skilled professionals, able to both diagnose and treat problems affecting the feet and lower limbs.We aim to develop creative, innovative and skilled podiatric practitioners with a communicative and caring attitude towards patients. You will gain practical experience in the clinical environment, observing and working alongside skilled and experienced and world-renowned researchers. This course is approved by the UK College of Podiatry and the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). It is the only podiatry course in the UK to offer an HCPC-approved international academic exchange. This is with La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. YOUR CAREERAs well as working within the NHS, you could make a career in the private sector - from high street retailers to sports medicine centres or running your own business. GCU graduates have also gone on to pursue research activities, entered the world of health-related commerce or further developed their skills to become podiatric surgeons. WHAT YOU WILL STUDYYear 1 Anatomy and Function, Introduction to Podiatric Pathology and Assessment Skills, Fundamentals of Human Physiology, Preparation for Professional Practice, Introduction to Podiatric Practice including a three week summer placement.Year 2 Individuals, Teams and Communities, Medicine and Pathophysiology for Podiatrists, Methodology and Research for Effective Practice, Musculoskeletal Structure and Pathology, Podiatric Practice 2, Surgery and Medicines for AdministrationYear 3Evidence Based Musculoskeletal Injury and Rehabilitation, High Risk Foot and Limb, Podiatric Pharmacology and POM-S, Podiatric Practice 3, Understanding Professional Teams and LeadershipYear 4Contemporary Podiatric Practice, Into Employment, Podiatric Practice 4, Honours ProjectTEACHING METHODSThe learning and teaching methods we use ensure that our programme is both vocationally relevant and academically challenging. Our approach is student-centred, practical, participative and relevant to the needs of employers.We've moved away from the traditional teacher-centric learning to a more independent learning approach, where you are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills. Professional accreditationThis programme is approved by the UK College of Podiatry and the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 15,200per year

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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University

  • University League Table

    75th

  • Campus address

    Glasgow Caledonian University, City Campus, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G4 0BA, Scotland

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Complementary Medicine

    3rd out of 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 174
    174 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    96.0 96%

    3rd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    3rd

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