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- Be job ready with 1,000 hours of clinical experience off-campus and in the on-campus QUT Podiatry Clinic.
- Excellent job prospects and careers in private practice, sports podiatry, podiatric medicine and surgery and rehabilitation.
- Study human anatomy, biomolecular science, pharmacology, dermatology, clinical gait analysis, rehabilitation medicine and therapy.
- For health science, human movement, nursing or biomedical science graduates: consider the Bachelor of Podiatry - Graduate entry.
Highlights
- Be job ready with 1,000 hours of clinical experience off-campus and in the on-campus QUT Podiatry Clinic.
- Excellent job prospects and careers in private practice, sports podiatry, podiatric medicine and surgery and rehabilitation.
- Study human anatomy, biomolecular science, pharmacology, dermatology, clinical gait analysis, rehabilitation medicine and therapy.
- For health science, human movement, nursing or biomedical science graduates: consider the Bachelor of Podiatry - Graduate entry.
Why choose this course?
Employment opportunities for podiatrists are excellent. This course was Queensland’s first degree in podiatry and offers opportunities for hands-on learning that are unique to QUT.
During this course, you will complete more than 1,000 hours of clinical placement. At our on-campus podiatry clinic you will treat real patients under the supervision of registered podiatrists. You will provide specialist services in all aspects of professional practice including podiatric surgery and physical therapy. Commonly, patients present with conditions that include heel pain, running injuries, footwear problems and corrections, skin problems, and tendon and joint injuries.
Professional experience is also offered at external facilities where you can participate in biomechanics/musculoskeletal clinics, sports clinics, diabetes foot complication clinics, paediatric clinics and general podiatry clinics. You will also have the opportunity to participate in events that focus on prevention and treatment within the wider community.
Integral to the practice of podiatry is an understanding of human anatomy, biomolecular science, pharmacology, dermatology, and clinical medicine and surgery. This theoretical knowledge is supported with extensive professional placement to prepare you for transition into the workforce.
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What to expect
Podiatrists are health practitioners who diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and related lower limb conditions. Podiatrists analyse the way people walk or run and correct foot and lower limb problems that can sometimes cause pain elsewhere in the body, such as the knees. Podiatrists can improve foot and lower limb function in many ways, including the use of specialised shoe inserts called orthotic devices to correct alignment and assist with walking difficulties. Podiatrists may use physical therapy techniques to assist with rehabilitation of sports injuries or correct some foot problems such as nail problems, using minor surgical techniques. Podiatrists also work alongside other health professionals to deliver the best overall care for a patient with chronic disease such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.
Careers and outcomes
Honours pathway
At the end of the second year of study in this course you will have the option to apply for the Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours). This allows you to complete an honours research project that extends your knowledge of the professional field, offering a competitive advantage in your career. Entry to the program is competitive, based on grade point average. On entry to the course you will retain all of the credit you have successfully completed in the Bachelor of Podiatry and will complete a further two years of full-time study.
Careers and outcomes
Podiatrists often work with other health professionals in hospitals, establish a private practice or train as a podiatric surgeon. Other careers include paediatric podiatry, sports podiatry, high-risk podiatry, community health or research.
Professional recognition
This course is seeking reaccrediation with the Australian and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Council during 2019. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia, and membership of the Australian Podiatry Association and Sports Medicine Australia.
With additional postgraduate training, podiatrists can apply to the Podiatry Board of Australia and seek authorisation to prescribe scheduled medicines.
Student registration
QUT automatically registers students enrolled in this course with the Podiatry Board of Australia in accordance with the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009. Details about student registration are available from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency at www.ahpra.gov.au
Possible careers
- Community Health Officer
- Podiatrist
- Rehabilitation Professionals
Details and units
Requirements
- OP
- 9
- Selection
rank - 82
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2020.
Don't have an OP or selection rank?
Starting uni in 2021?
There are some changes to subjects and the qualifications we’ll consider for entry to QUT from 2021 and beyond. Make sure you’re prepared to apply.
The selection rank is a good indication of the equivalent ATAR.
- Course code
- CS44
- QTAC code
- 425222
- CRICOS code
- 077686F
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- Kelvin Grove
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- Kelvin Grove
- 4 years full-time
- 4 years full-time
- February
- February
- OP Guarantee
- Yes
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Chemistry
- English
- Maths B
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA).
Guaranteed entry
If you receive an adjusted OP 1-5 (or equivalent selection rank), you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your selection rank (or OP equivalent) will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2019
The scores listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent school leavers. If you are not a school leaver, take a look at the entry thresholds box at the top of this page to see the lowest adjusted scores required overall to receive an offer.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OP | Selection rank | OP | Selection rank | |
| Highest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
3
|
Selection rank
96
|
OP
2
|
Selection rank
98
|
| Median OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
8
|
Selection rank
84
|
OP
6
|
Selection rank
89
|
| Lowest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
11
|
Selection rank
77
|
OP
8
|
Selection rank
84
|
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Subject prerequisites
- Chemistry
- Maths B
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Guide to entry thresholds
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2019.
- OP
- 9
- Rank
- 82
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you completed secondary school in Australia, received an OP 1-5 or equivalent and you meet the course prerequisites, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cambridge English Score
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry. |
185 | 176 | 176 | 176 | 176 |
|
IELTS Academic
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
|
Pearson PTE (Academic)
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
65 | 58 | 58 | 58 | 58 |
|
TOEFL iBT
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
98 | 20 | 20 | 24 | 20 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
If you have not completed an English language test, you can sit the IELTS test at our IELTS test centre
Course requirements
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. You will need to identify these requirements and ensure you allow sufficient time to meet them. Some of these requirements have associated costs.
Blue card: You must undergo a criminal history check for working with children and be issued with a suitability card (blue card) before commencing clinical placement/practicum in an organisation where they may work with children or young people.
The processing of your application may take several months so you must submit your blue card application to HiQ as early as possible to ensure you have your card before you begin any unit that requires contact with children. There is no charge for student blue cards. Students who already have a blue card must register it with QUT.
Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
Fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2021 fees
Additional costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
2021 fees
2021: $41,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Additional costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
Find out more about undergraduate course fees
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Scholarships
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Make a difference
'The thing I enjoy most about my job is the day-to-day contact that I have with families and being able to make a difference in a child’s life. There’s no real way to describe the feeling that emanates when a child looks you in the eye and thanks you for helping them. I'm very, very lucky working as a paediatric podiatrist; my job satisfaction is very, very high every single day. And even in those children with chronic illness we’re still able to thankfully make a difference to their wellbeing and quality of life every single day.'
A rewarding career
'The patients I see in the Alice Springs Hospital are generally facing some very significant health challenges. If I can use my skills as a podiatrist to prevent amputation then I’m stopping a cascade of events that can seriously affect people's quality of life and life expectancy.'
World-class training facilities
The QUT Health Clinics give students the chance to treat real patients in a world-class, clinical training environment. Under the supervision of practising podiatrists students have access to a paediatrics room, surgical facilities, orthotic prescription and dispensing facilities, plus high-tech equipment that helps students examine and treat a range of foot and lower limb issues.
Bachelor of Podiatry
Get real experience providing professional services to the community, under the supervision of qualified podiatrists. Prepare for your career in podiatry by experiencing issues in professional practice, including podiatric surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation and counselling.
Be part of a healthcare team
The QUT HealthFusion Team Challenge is a high-energy learning experience where you can work alongside students from other health disciplines to solve challenging case studies. It's a great way to learn about the skills and knowledge other allied health professionals can provide when preparing a patient's care plan.
Real opportunities to treat patients
As well as clinical placement in QUT Health Clinics, health students can gain experience treating paediatric patients during community events around South-East Queensland.
Make a difference
'The thing I enjoy most about my job is the day-to-day contact that I have with families and being able to make a difference in a child’s life. There’s no real way to describe the feeling that emanates when a child looks you in the eye and thanks you for helping them. I'm very, very lucky working as a paediatric podiatrist; my job satisfaction is very, very high every single day. And even in those children with chronic illness we’re still able to thankfully make a difference to their wellbeing and quality of life every single day.'
A rewarding career
'The patients I see in the Alice Springs Hospital are generally facing some very significant health challenges. If I can use my skills as a podiatrist to prevent amputation then I’m stopping a cascade of events that can seriously affect people's quality of life and life expectancy.'
World-class training facilities
The QUT Health Clinics give students the chance to treat real patients in a world-class, clinical training environment. Under the supervision of practising podiatrists students have access to a paediatrics room, surgical facilities, orthotic prescription and dispensing facilities, plus high-tech equipment that helps students examine and treat a range of foot and lower limb issues.
Bachelor of Podiatry
Get real experience providing professional services to the community, under the supervision of qualified podiatrists. Prepare for your career in podiatry by experiencing issues in professional practice, including podiatric surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation and counselling.
Be part of a healthcare team
The QUT HealthFusion Team Challenge is a high-energy learning experience where you can work alongside students from other health disciplines to solve challenging case studies. It's a great way to learn about the skills and knowledge other allied health professionals can provide when preparing a patient's care plan.
Real opportunities to treat patients
As well as clinical placement in QUT Health Clinics, health students can gain experience treating paediatric patients during community events around South-East Queensland.
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