IELTS total 6.5, IELTS reading 6.5, IELTS writing 6.5, IELTS speaking 6.5, IELTS listening 6.5
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Diploma or above
OR
Work and life experience
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Offering the only degree of its kind in South Australia, you’ll learn to diagnose and treat disorders of the foot and lower limb. If you’re interested in working with people and promoting wellbeing, this is the degree for you.
You’ll gain an advanced understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of podiatry, as well as the physical, chemical, and social sciences relevant to working in healthcare. The curriculum covers the scope of a Podiatrist’s practice, including paediatrics, diabetes, sports injuries, musculoskeletal problems, treatment of the elderly, and general foot care.
During the first year, you’ll cover topics to give you an introduction to health sciences including:
human anatomy
human physiology
biomechanics
disease groups and conditions.
You’ll develop advanced communication skills and explore the assessment and treatment of common problems. The second year will expand your knowledge in clinical sciences, including skills to enable comprehensive and holistic assessment and management of patient conditions. During your third and fourth years, you’ll work on your clinical practice skills, including surgery (and other orthopaedic management), paediatrics, wound management, high-risk foot management, chronic pain and sporting injuries.
Practical learning is a major focus, so your training will take place in our on-campus podiatry clinics, as well as during external placements in metro and rural South Australia. You’ll also get the opportunity to fine-tune your podiatry skills with 3D printed feet, created as part of a world-first podiatry training initiative.
CRICOS CODE : 008312G
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Human Anatomy 100
Human Physiology 100
Foundations of Health
Podiatry Clinical Studies 100
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Human Anatomy 101 (Lower Limb)
Human Physiology 101
Podiatry Clinical Studies 101
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Podiatry Clinical Studies 200
Pharmacology A
Communication in Podiatry
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Pharmacology B
Pharmacology C
Podiatry Clinical Studies 201
Podiatry Practice 201
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Pain Mechanisms and Management
Applied Podiatry Practice 300
Podiatry Clinical Studies 300
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Advanced Evidence Based Practice
Podiatry Clinical Studies 301
Applied Podiatry Practice 301
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Clinical Biomechanics 400
Podiatry Clinical Studies 400
Podiatry Practice 400
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Clinical Biomechanics 401
Podiatry Practice 401
Elective
Did you know the word Podiatrist is composed of two ancient Greek parts: pod, meaning "foot," and iatrist, meaning "healer"? As modern-day healers of feet, successful Podiatrists possess excellent motor skills for treatment and communication skills for patient care.
Podiatrists are employed in a range of settings, including:
hospitals
community health centres
private practice
aged care
sports clinics and sporting teams
children’s health
occupational health.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
