Podiatry BSc (Hons) Undergraduate Programme By Ulster University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Podiatry is a science based healthcare profession that focusses on the promotion, maintenance and restoration of foot health. The responsibilities of the professional podiatrist are to assess and diagnose problems concerning the lower limbs and feet and to treat these problems effectively.You will be trained to recognise all aspects of health and disease and to work alongside other healthcare professionals to provide the most appropriate care for patients. Practical experience gained in our on-site clinic and on NHS placements will equip. you with the knowledge and skills you need for clinical practice. The role of the Podiatry student involves assessment and delivery of podiatric treatments and other clinical procedures that require manual dexterity and visual attention. In addition, some aspects involve physical activity, such as standing or sitting for prolonged periods during clinics, carrying out hands-on assessments, safe moving and handling of patients, and therapeutic equipment whilst working in different environments. In line with requirements for HCPC Standards of Proficiency and requirements for professional registration the University recognises that Podiatry students must practise safely and effectively using a range of methods. We are committed to being an inclusive and disability-positive University and will actively consider reasonable adjustments, adaptive techniques, assistive equipment, or modified ways of working to enable Podiatry students with disabilities or long-term health conditions to practise safely and effectively. The essential requirements of this role focus on achieving safe and effective patient care outcomes. How these outcomes are achieved may vary, and alternative methods or reasonable adjustments will be considered where appropriate, however on some occasions the adjustment required may not be able to be facilitated in the clinical environment. Applicants who have a disability or health condition are strongly encouraged to discuss potential adjustments required on application to the programme to ensure they can successfully complete the programme of study. If you choose not to discuss any adjustments that may be needed in a clinical or practice‑based setting, and a required adjustment is identified after registration that cannot be accommodated, it may affect your ability to continue on the programme. The AccessAbility Advisers in the Student Wellbeing team offer confidential, free support and guidance to current and prospective students with a diagnosed disability or long‑term medical condition, helping ensure appropriate assistance is in place to enable you to achieve your academic goals at Ulster University. The Podiatry course is delivered in away where you are regarded as an adult learner, potential employee and developing practitioner. Staff provide a supportive and encouraging environment to help you meet the challenges of the course with confidence. Within both the teaching and placement modules of the course you are viewed as a potential future colleague and will be treated with respect as such. Podiatry is a profession of subspecialties: sports medicine, paediatrics, rheumatology, musculo-skeletal, diabetes, general practice, dermatology, medico-legal and podiatric surgery to name a few. All the specialties offer opportunities for employment and furthering your scope of practice. This degree programme will increase your awareness of these roles and the broad base of training will prepare you for entry level into any of these sub-specialties of Podiatry. In addition, Podiatry at Ulster University is a progressive course, we were the first programme in the UK and Ireland to teach injectable corticosteroid therapy at undergraduate level.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Podiatry is a science based healthcare profession that focusses on the promotion, maintenance and restoration of foot health. The responsibilities of the professional podiatrist are to assess and diagnose problems concerning the lower limbs and feet and to treat these problems effectively.You will be trained to recognise all aspects of health and disease and to work alongside other healthcare professionals to provide the most appropriate care for patients. Practical experience gained in our on-site clinic and on NHS placements will equip. you with the knowledge and skills you need for clinical practice. The role of the Podiatry student involves assessment and delivery of podiatric treatments and other clinical procedures that require manual dexterity and visual attention. In addition, some aspects involve physical activity, such as standing or sitting for prolonged periods during clinics, carrying out hands-on assessments, safe moving and handling of patients, and therapeutic equipment whilst working in different environments. In line with requirements for HCPC Standards of Proficiency and requirements for professional registration the University recognises that Podiatry students must practise safely and effectively using a range of methods. We are committed to being an inclusive and disability-positive University and will actively consider reasonable adjustments, adaptive techniques, assistive equipment, or modified ways of working to enable Podiatry students with disabilities or long-term health conditions to practise safely and effectively. The essential requirements of this role focus on achieving safe and effective patient care outcomes. How these outcomes are achieved may vary, and alternative methods or reasonable adjustments will be considered where appropriate, however on some occasions the adjustment required may not be able to be facilitated in the clinical environment. Applicants who have a disability or health condition are strongly encouraged to discuss potential adjustments required on application to the programme to ensure they can successfully complete the programme of study. If you choose not to discuss any adjustments that may be needed in a clinical or practice‑based setting, and a required adjustment is identified after registration that cannot be accommodated, it may affect your ability to continue on the programme. The AccessAbility Advisers in the Student Wellbeing team offer confidential, free support and guidance to current and prospective students with a diagnosed disability or long‑term medical condition, helping ensure appropriate assistance is in place to enable you to achieve your academic goals at Ulster University. The Podiatry course is delivered in away where you are regarded as an adult learner, potential employee and developing practitioner. Staff provide a supportive and encouraging environment to help you meet the challenges of the course with confidence. Within both the teaching and placement modules of the course you are viewed as a potential future colleague and will be treated with respect as such. Podiatry is a profession of subspecialties: sports medicine, paediatrics, rheumatology, musculo-skeletal, diabetes, general practice, dermatology, medico-legal and podiatric surgery to name a few. All the specialties offer opportunities for employment and furthering your scope of practice. This degree programme will increase your awareness of these roles and the broad base of training will prepare you for entry level into any of these sub-specialties of Podiatry. In addition, Podiatry at Ulster University is a progressive course, we were the first programme in the UK and Ireland to teach injectable corticosteroid therapy at undergraduate level.

Admission Requirements

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements. The entry conditions below apply to applicants presenting qualifications from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland or Great Britain.

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