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Bachelor of Podiatry

The University of Newcastle

CRICOS provider number: 00109J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12056

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About

The Bachelor of Podiatry at the University of Newcastle will be delivered as a new four-year joint degree with Western Sydney University in Australia, at the Central Coast Campus (Ourimbah). The Ourimbah campus offers free parking and is well connected along the trainline between Sydney and Newcastle.

As a podiatrist, you'll help patients get back on their feet by diagnosing, treating and preventing lower leg and foot problems and promoting good health. You could find yourself managing sports injuries and complex lower limb complications in people with chronic disease, addressing developmental issues in children or helping restore a person’s independence and mobility. You will be exposed to the latest technology and evidence practice in treating a wide range of podiatric pathologies.

By the end of your training, you will be eligible to prescribe a range of medications to treat different podiatric conditions. There is an urgent need for more podiatry in the community, our graduates are highly employable thanks to our world-class podiatry teaching facilities, with over 90% of our graduates employed within four months of graduating.

This degree requires students to participate in clinical placements in NSW Health facilities. During placement students will be subject to NSW Health policies and procedures. Students must also meet all NSW Health verification requirements before attending clinical placement. Clinical placement essentials.

Students enrolling in this degree are required to obtain a WorkCover-approved Provide First Aid Certificate during semester one.

The award of this degree depends on the student satisfactorily completing and passing all academic and clinical components within the maximum time allowed.

Areas of study

Anatomy, biomechanics, podiatric medicine, pharmacology and physiology.

Career opportunities

Private and/or public podiatry practice e.g., sports podiatry, paediatric, diabetes high risk foot care, podiatric surgeon, researcher, footwear technical representative and health promotion officer.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Podiatry Registration Board of Australia under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Accredited by the AHPRA Accreditation Committee.

Practical experience

Podiatry students complete more than 1,000 hours of practical clinical experience in different local hospitals, and work alongside experienced podiatrists, researchers, and podiatric surgeons. Our state-of-the-art teaching facilities include orthoses, clinical skills and research laboratories. We also have a fully equipped university-run clinic where students are given opportunities to learn and practise on real patients at Wyong and Newcastle Hospital.

Travel, accommodation, and related expenses for professional placement will be the responsibility of the student.

Honours

Available as an additional year (or part-time equivalent)  to students based on merit.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Newcastle current fee information.

Essential requirements for admission

This degree and future professional practice is both mentally and physically demanding. Students may be required to practise hands-on examinations and simulated treatments/procedures with other students in laboratory classes. Applicants who may be unsure of their ability to complete the degree and work in the profession should contact the University prior to applying.

Check the special requirements and policies for this course.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Assumed knowledge: Chemistry, any 2 units of mathematics.

If you have not previously studied one or more of these subjects or your knowledge is limited, we encourage you to undertake bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging offers academic preparation and support short courses, which are free and can be completed on campus or online before you start your degree.

Explore NUPrep Bridging Courses

Applicants with higher education study

If you completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted to a selection rank for admission purposes.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.

Studies completed at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher provide Guaranteed Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.

Applicants with work and life experience

If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your dream degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.

Explore University of Newcastle entry options.

Advanced standing

If you have undertaken previous studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be awarded credit towards your undergraduate degree. You must apply for admission before applying for credit.

Further information

View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

Course updates
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.

Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.