Podiatry and Leadership (pre-registration) MSc at Coventry University

Programme overview

Build the clinical, practical and leadership skills to support your development as a future podiatrist on this HCPC-approved course. Advance your clinical expertise while developing the leadership capabilities needed to shape the future of podiatric practice. This course is designed to support your progression towards becoming a qualified podiatrist, combining hands-on experience with strategic insight into healthcare delivery.

Faculty: School of Health and Care | Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Becoming a Professional Practitioner, Anatomy and Physiology Applied to the Lower Limb, Placement 1 – Foundation Skills for Podiatrists, Pathology and Pharmacology Applied to Podiatric Practice, Placement 2 – General Podiatric Practice, Evaluating Evidence within Health and Care. Year two: Lower Limb Function and Applied Biomechanics, Placement 3 – Evolving Practice, Leading for the Future as a Health and Care Professional, Complex Case Management and Surgical Approaches, The Evidence-based Practitioner: Professional Project, Placement 4 – Extending Practice.

Career pathways

A range of career progression opportunities exist in podiatry, making this an attractive and flexible career pathway for mature learners. Graduates could opt to work for the NHS and others may choose the independent sector, or a blend of both.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent), preferably in a health or science-related subject. Other degree-level qualifications may be considered, which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. It is expected that you have undertaken some podiatry work experience prior to embarking on the programme. This will be discussed at interview and may be recommended prior to starting the course. Applicants must hold, and be able to provide evidence of, level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GSCE grade 9-4 or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/shc/podiatry-and-leadership-msc/

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