Overview

Podiatrists are healthcare professionals who specialise in the foot, ankle and leg, leading patient care through the whole journey including prevention, diagnosis and treatment, with the aim of improving mobility, independence and quality of life for patients.

The BSc Podiatry (Hons) degree from Cardiff Metropolitan University includes integrated theoretical study and clinical training, with varied on-site clinics and placement opportunities giving students the opportunity to complete 1,000 clinical hours across the duration of the course. Achieving this requirement, and award of the degree enables new graduates to demonstrate that they have met the Standards of Proficiency necessary to become eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for registration as a podiatrist.

Careers

Graduates from the BSc (Hons) Podiatry programme are qualified to practise as podiatrists (subject to registration with the Health and Care Professions Council after graduation). The course has a good reputation throughout the UK, and the most recent figures show that 90% of our graduates were employed in podiatry posts six months after finishing the course. There is demand for podiatrists both in the NHS and in the private sector. Graduates may also choose to progress to postgraduate study within the department. There are also opportunities to work abroad.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Podiatric Medicine

Musculoskeletal Studies

Professional Development

Research and Governance

Clinical Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Health Human Medicine Health Sciences View 528 other Bachelors in Human Medicine in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Other requirements

General requirements

Five GCSEs including English Language, Mathematics or Mathematics - Numeracy and Science at grade C / grade 4 or above, a recent Enhanced DBS Disclosure check, Hepatitis B and tetanus vaccinations, plus 96 - 112 points from at least 2 A levels (or equivalent). Typical offers may include:

96 - 112 points from at least 2 A-levels to include grades CC, one to be in a Biological Science subject; Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge
RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma / Cambridge Technical Extended MMM - DMM within a Biological Science subject
96 - 112 points from at least 2 Scottish Advanced Highers to include grades DD, one to be in a Biological Science subject
96 - 112 points from the Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers to include 3 x H2 grades, one to be in a Biological Science subject with a minimum grade H4 for Highers
96 - 112 points from the Access to Higher Education Diploma within a Science subject covering sufficient Biology content.

Tuition Fee

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International

15000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Cardiff

628 - 1066 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Podiatry (Hons).

Available Scholarships

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