Modules

Year One •Anatomy and Physiology (20 credits): Will introduce you to the terminology used in the study of anatomy, and to provide a detailed overview of the structural anatomy of the lower limb with particular emphasis on the foot and ankle, but to also include the knee hip and pelvis. Provides a knowledge base of human body and its functions, focussing on neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, renal and hepatic systems with some emphasis on microorganisms and features relevant to interactions with the human body and health. •Medicine and Pathology (20): Will explore medicine, pathology and pathophysiology in its own right, and how it applies to podiatric practice •Preparing for Practice as an Allied Health Professional (20): Will explore factors that shape and influence the provision of health and social care by the allied health professions •Mechanics of Normal and Pathological Gait (20): Will evaluate mechanical principles and use these to underpin the knowledge base and appraise normal (including variants) and pathological gait. •Understanding and Appraising the Evidence for Practice (20): Will support the learner to develop an in-depth understanding of approaches to research, to apply knowledge in order to critically appraise evidence and to form reasoned conclusions and to develop the research skills and knowledge necessary to undertake an independent research project. •MSK/Orthopedics (20): Will develop the critical and practical skills required to carry out appropriate assessment/tests to underpin diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal/orthopaedics conditions affecting the lower limbs. •Pharmacology for Podiatrists (20): Will introduce you to modes of drug administration and to develop an understanding of the principles of drug action and to develop an understanding of the underlying principles of pharmacological therapy and the rationale for treatment •Podiatric Clinical Practice A (40): Will enable you to develop level 1 podiatric clinical practice skills and progress to demonstrating interpretation and implementation of evidence surrounding lower limb MSK/orthopaedic pathologies; whilst considering appropriate therapeutic regimes including the use of functional foot orthoses. To develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to administer local analgesia. Year Two •Applying Skills of Critical Enquiry (40 credits):Will enable you to develop and apply the skills of research and enquiry to produce a small-scale study, which demands a professional approach, academic rigour, independence and self-direction. •Leadership and Enterprise in Health Practice (20): Will critically evaluate the concepts of leadership and leading change, intra/entrepreneurship and innovation within the health and social care sector and explore opportunities for leading and developing enterprising ideas for health and well-being. •Advancing Clinical Practice (20): Will provide you with an opportunity to work in a specialist area of podiatric practice. •Diagnostic Investigations for Podiatric Practice (20): Will explore diagnostic investigations and how they relate to podiatric practice (not inclusive of medical imaging). •Medical Imaging of the Foot & Ankle (20): Provides an understanding of different diagnostic modalities (including x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, fluoroscopy, MRI, CT, nuclear and other advanced imaging techniques). The module will focus on the foot and ankle and enable you to develop evaluation and interpretative skills of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic pathologies to facilitate practice. •Podiatric Clinical Practice B (40): Aims to fulfil the requirements for eligibility for HCPC registration, developing skills in the examination, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of complex cases. •Tissue Viability (20): Will facilitate critical investigative skills/study of the evidence base for factors contributing to cutaneous ulceration, viable assessment techniques and current management practices.

Assessment method

The course delivers theoretical and practical campus-based learning with multiple integrated periods of practice based learning throughout NHS Scotland. There will be learning opportunities in the form of lectures, seminars, practical tutorials, online material, and practice based learning (clinical placements). There is a strong emphasis on student-directed learning. A variety of assessment methods are used including written assignments, practical viva exams, presentations and reflective writing assignments. Practice-based learning is a major component of the course, comprising of approximately 1,000 hours.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS