| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The BSc (Hons) Podiatry program at the University of Salford equips students with the knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and treat foot and lower limb disorders. Through a blend of theoretical and practical learning, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical abilities essential for a successful career in podiatry. The program is accredited by the Royal College of Podiatry and offers placements in NHS clinics and state-of-the-art clinical research facilities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview: The BSc (Hons) Podiatry program at the University of Salford is a three-year full-time program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and treat foot and lower limb disorders.
Objectives:
- To develop students' critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills essential for professional practice.
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the foot and lower limb.
- To train students in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of foot and lower limb disorders.
- To equip students with the practical skills necessary to provide safe and effective podiatry care.
- To prepare students for a successful career in podiatry.
Description:
The program offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Students will learn from academics with international renown for their clinical expertise and research profile. They will also have the opportunity to undertake exciting placements in NHS clinics in the northwest and further afield, as well as learning hands-on in the university's state-of-the-art, purpose-built clinical research facilities.
Outline:
Module Examples:
Year 1:
- Integrated Life Science 1
- Integrated Life Science 2
- Professional Studies
- Standards and Professional Development
- An Introduction to Gait
Year 2:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions 1
- Applied Clinical Medicine
- Prescription Only Medicine
- Local Anaesthesia
Year 3:
- Enterprise in Podiatry
- Diagnosis and Management
- Into Employment
- Methods of Enquiry (Project)
- Patient Management in Practice
- Management of Health and Wellbeing
Assessment:
Assessment methods include written examinations, written assignments, objective structured examinations, objective structured clinical examinations, and oral presentations.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, problem-based learning, tutorials, patient case study workshops, clinical sessions, and placements.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are qualified to work in hospitals, GP clinics, the community, or set up their own private practice. They can work alongside doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and other professionals as a vital part of the healthcare team.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Royal College of Podiatry.
- The university has a dedicated podiatry clinic that provides students with valuable hands-on experience.
- The university also has a human performance laboratory and a clinical gait analysis and research facility, which are used for research, clinical, and educational work.
