Podiatry BSc (Hons)

Course Content

• Course Details

  Upon completion of the BSc Podiatry course you will be equipped to establish and run your own clinical practice and will have a wide variety of work opportunities both in the UK and overseas.

  Our Podiatry course comprises theory and clinical studies modules. At the end of stage one you will undertake a local placement which is preceded by pre-clinical studies. During the second stage you will undertake orthopaedic and physical medicine clinics in-house as well as completing local and national placements. During the final stage you will have the opportunity to practise at several specialist clinics which include at risk, sports and paediatrics. You will be trained to undertake selected procedures under local anaesthesia. At the final stage of the podiatry degree you may have the opportunity to attend to injuries at the London Marathon under the guidance of academic staff.

  The Podiatry degree at the University of Northampton aims to develop your skills through clinical activity and rigorous academic content, this combination will help to transform you into the highest quality practitioner and achieve the required podiatrist qualifications.

  If you were once a registered allied health professional but took a career break and are looking for more information about financial, clinical and academic support available to return to practice visit the Health Education England site.

  List of modules:

  Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 24/25. The modules relating to the academic year 25/26 will be available from June 2025.

  • Stage 1
    • Interprofessional Education (IPE)
      Module code: FHS_IPE20

      Status: Compulsory
    • Functional Anatomy (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD1101

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide introduction to human anatomy with reference to the foot and lower limb in support of further study of podiatry, podiatric biomechanics, pharmacology, pathology and surgery. It will also provide the student with an introduction to normal human bipedal stance and locomotion and develop competence in analysing gait.
    • Clinical Reasoning and Professional Issues (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD1109

      Status: Compulsory
      The aim of this module is to provide students with skills and understanding of professional and clinical practice within podiatry and wider healthcare settings.
    • Clinical Studies 1 (30 Credits)
      Module code: POD1110P

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the clinical environment and practical skills in the assessment and management of patients.
    • Pathology (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD1111

      Status: Compulsory
      Pathology is the study of disease and provides a bridge between basic biological science and clinical medicine. The purpose of this module is to develop a foundation knowledge of pathological principles in preparation for clinical practice.
    • Physiology (30 Credits)
      Module code: POD1112

      Status: Compulsory
      To provide students with the necessary background knowledge in normal human physiology for podiatric practice.
  • Stage 2
    • Clinical Studies 2 (30 Credits)
      Module code: POD2108P

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to enhance clinical and practical skills within defined areas of podiatric medicine and Musculoskeletal podiatry.
    • Podiatric Medicine (30 Credits)
      Module code: POD2109

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to develop an understanding of disease processes to support effective, evidence-based diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the lower limb.
    • Pharmacology (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD2110

      Status: Compulsory
      This module will provide students with fundamental concepts of pharmacology relating to podiatric practice. It will equip students with the knowledge and skills to link patients? administered or supplied medication safely, within the constraints of the legal framework.
    • Musculoskeletal Podiatry (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD2111

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide students with key skills, concepts and knowledge of the assessment diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal foot and ankle pathologies.
    • Exploring Evidence to Inform Practice (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD2112

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to enhance students? academic research skills through critiquing local, national and/or international evidence related to socio-cultural issues relevant to professional Podiatric care. With a focus on advocacy for people across the lifespan and the wider family, students will develop a proposal for research.
  • Stage 3
    • The Foot at Risk (20 Credits)
      Module code: POD3110P

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide students with specific theory and practical approaches to assessment and management of at risk podiatry patients. The module enhances clinical skills in this specialist area and enables students to practice safely within their scope of practice upon qualification.
    • Paediatric Podiatry (10 Credits)
      Module code: POD3111P

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide students with specific theory and practical approaches to assessment and management of Paediatric patients. Enhancing clinical skills in a specialist area of podiatric scope of practice.
    • Advancing Clinical Practice (40 Credits)
      Module code: POD3112P

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide students with exposure to more advanced clinical skills and theory, and prepare them for an evolving and advanced practice workforce.
    • Sports Podiatry (10 Credits)
      Module code: POD3113P

      Status: Compulsory
      To provide students with specific theoretical and practical approaches to assessment and management of sports/athletic patients. Enhancing clinical skills in a specialist area of podiatric scope of practice.
    • Embedding Evidence to Inform Practice (40 Credits)
      Module code: POD4102

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to enable students? to use academic research to enhance current practice. Using evaluation and synthesis of local, national and/or international evidence related to socio-cultural issues relevant to professional podiatric care. Students will focus on advocacy for people across the lifespan and the wider family to present the findings of their chosen research output.

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• Placements

  You will undertake a number of placements in a range of clinics and settings and will be trained to undertake selected procedures under local anaesthesia.

  You will benefit from clinical placement and education at our Podiatry Clinic allowing you to put your skills into practice and gain valuable experience. We run busy clinics which include sports, paediatrics, at risk, orthopaedic, physical medicine, general and nail surgery.

  At the final stage of the course you may have the opportunity to attend to injuries at the London Marathon.

  As part of your second year you may be able to take part in a three week placement within an EU or international healthcare setting.

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• Student Perks

  At the University of Northampton, everything we do, from funded trips to paid internships, is to give you everything you need to make a difference when you leave.

  If you join our full-time Podiatry degree at Northampton, you will receive a laptop when your course begins*. The laptops are built to a bespoke custom specification ideal for use in the seminar room, collaborative group work or studying at home.

  Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your podiatry course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We’ve created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards you’ll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.

  To check out the full list of perks, visit our Student Perks page or dedicated International Perks page.

  * UK fee payers only (see Terms and Conditions for further details)

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• FAQs

  How will I be assessed on the podiatry course?

  Assessment methods used on the BSc Podiatry include coursework and examinations.

  What are the specialist teaching facilities for Podiatry?

  You will benefit from clinical placement and education at our Podiatry Clinic allowing you to put your skills into practice and gain valuable experience.

  We run busy clinics which include sports, paediatrics, at risk, orthopaedic, physical medicine, general and nail surgery.

  Our Podiatrist course aims to develop your skills through clinical activity and rigorous academic content, this combination will help to transform you into the highest quality practitioner.

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