The University of Newcastle
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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.
Anatomy, biomechanics, podiatric medicine, pharmacology and physiology.
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.
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.
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.
Available as an additional year (or part-time equivalent) to students based on merit.
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.
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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.
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If you completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted to a selection rank for admission purposes.
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.
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.
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.
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
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