Podiatry with Integrated Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Podiatry with Integrated Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Our foundation year will help build your confidence and develop the practical, academic and study skills required to progress and succeed on the full BSc (Hons) Podiatry degree.
Hands-on clinical experience
The course provides early and consistent clinical exposure, including NHS placements, private practice, and specialist clinics (e.g. diabetes, musculoskeletal, and wound care).
Public health and social justice
With an emphasis on health inequalities, outreach, and inclusive care, we offer opportunities to work with vulnerable populations, gaining real-w...
Our foundation year will help build your confidence and develop the practical, academic and study skills required to progress and succeed on the full BSc (Hons) Podiatry degree.<br/><br/>Hands-on clinical experience <br/>The course provides early and consistent clinical exposure, including NHS placements, private practice, and specialist clinics (e.g. diabetes, musculoskeletal, and wound care).<br/><br/>Public health and social justice<br/>With an emphasis on health inequalities, outreach, and inclusive care, we offer opportunities to work with vulnerable populations, gaining real-world experience in tackling foot health disparities.<br/><br/>Learning from lived experience<br/>Hearing direct from service users and carers helps foster empathy, communication, and a patient-centred approach - vital qualities for future podiatrists. <br/><br/>This course is for you if...<br/>- youre compassionate and dedicated to caring for people who need your help<br/><br/><br/>- youre a team player, ready to work with healthcare professionals, patients, and families<br/><br/><br/>- you want to make a difference to society through healthcare<br/><br/><br/>- youre committed to joining the ranks of registered podiatrists making a difference. <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B179
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
32 points from a minimum of 2 A-levels
Scottish Higher
32 points including a pass in a Science subject.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass an Access to HE Diploma (e.g science/combined studies/natural sciences/nursing).
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
Maths and English GCSE accepted within
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
Science related subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32 points
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
PPP
Science subject
Extended Project
In combination with other level 3 qualifications
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
In combination with other level 3 qualifications
A level
32 points from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
T Level
P
preferably in a science related subject.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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