Course summary
This BSc Podiatry degree will give you the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to make a positive impact on people’s lives as a podiatrist. As the only Russell Group university in the UK to teach podiatry, we offer a course that is both research-led and student-focused. As you train to become a podiatrist you'll attend 1,000 hours in placement settings, ranging from the community and acute care to the private and commercial sectors. You'll benefit from the experience of treating real patients under close supervision, and with individual feedback. You will carry out clinical assessment procedures under supervision, including gait analysis and tests to detect changes in health status. You will be supported in learning how to design and implement care and rehabilitation plans for a range of patients. You will take part in four UK placements ensuring you are career-ready when you graduate. Accredited by the Royal College of Podiatry and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Modules
We have a varied range of modules for all years. Examples of core modules for year one will include: An Introduction to Professional Practice (BSc), Applied Health Sciences for Podiatry, Clinical Practice 1, Foundations of Health Sciences for Podiatry, Foundations of Podiatric Practice, Principles of Health Sciences for Podiatry, Principles of Podiatric Practice. For full list of all modules available, please visit the course page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/podiatry-degree-bsc#modules
Assessment method
The learning activities for this course include the following: lectures, classes and tutorials, coursework, individual and group projects and independent learning (studying on your own). We’ll assess you using: essays, written and practical exams and placement assessment.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B985
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Scottish HNC
Scottish HND
T Level - D
GCSEs: Minimum of GCSE Maths and English Language (A*-C or 4-9). GCSE Science (A*-C or 4-9) is required if Science is not offered at a level 3 qualification. Relevant relevant study within 5 years You may be required to attend a selection day and complete satisfactory Occupational Health and Police Checks. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/podiatry-degree-bsc#entry-requirements
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with a minimum of 6.5 in all components |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £28902 | Year 1 |
EU | £28902 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ