Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Podiatry in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
|
Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,300
(c. USD21,779.57)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Podiatrists specialize in maintaining foot and ankle health, helping individuals stay active at every stage of life. Pursuing a career in podiatry offers diverse practice opportunities, combining scientific methods for diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating foot-related conditions. Earning a podiatry degree opens doors to an exciting career path and serves as a foundation for specializing in fields like sports medicine, injection therapy, independent prescribing, research, or podiatric surgery.
After graduating, you'll emerge as a proficient healthcare professional capable of working with diverse patient groups across various environments, from private clinics to sports teams and NHS facilities.
As specialized practitioners, podiatrists focus on foot and lower limb care. Their work improves patients' quality of life through comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment approaches including minor surgical procedures, orthotic solutions, wound management, and injury rehabilitation. By enhancing mobility and independence, they guide patients through their entire care journey while applying evidence-based treatments informed by scientific research.
3 years (including clinical placements) Full Time.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
GCSE
Normally 5 GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Please note the institution may consider equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications.
Plus one of the following:
A levels
A minimum of 2 A levels or Level 3 qualifications to include grade C in one science subject from : Biology, Human Biology, PE, Sport, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Applied Science, Foot Health. Excluding General Studies. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject.
IB
2628 overall to include 5 at Higher Level in one subject: Biology, Human Biology, PE, Sport, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Applied Science, Foot Health. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject.
English and Maths accepted within Higher Level = 4 Standard Level = 5
If overseas and not studying English within IB MUST have IELTS
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required.
You must pass disclosure and barring service and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be able to start this course.
If English is not your first language and you do not have GCSE English grade C or above you will have to achieve an IELTS or equivalent qualification at the grades stated below.
IELTS - Overall average score of at least 7.0, with a score of at least 6.5 in each element (if you need to improve your English language to get onto a degree course at University of Plymouth, you can book a pre-sessional academic English course)
Meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further.
English language requirements
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
Normally 5 GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Please note the institution may consider equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications.
Plus one of the following:
A levels
A minimum of 2 A levels or Level 3 qualifications to include grade C in one science subject from : Biology, Human Biology, PE, Sport, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Applied Science, Foot Health. Excluding General Studies. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject.
IB
2628 overall to include 5 at Higher Level in one subject: Biology, Human Biology, PE, Sport, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Applied Science, Foot Health. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject.
English and Maths accepted within Higher Level = 4 Standard Level = 5
If overseas and not studying English within IB MUST have IELTS
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required.
You must pass disclosure and barring service and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be able to start this course.
If English is not your first language and you do not have GCSE English grade C or above you will have to achieve an IELTS or equivalent qualification at the grades stated below.
IELTS - Overall average score of at least 7.0, with a score of at least 6.5 in each element (if you need to improve your English language to get onto a degree course at University of Plymouth, you can book a pre-sessional academic English course)
Meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further.
English language requirements
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
Tuition
GBP
16,300