BSc (Hons) Podiatry at University of Brighton

Programme overview

As a podiatrist you’ll have a positive impact on health and wellbeing as you assess, diagnose and treat conditions related to the feet, ankles and lower limbs. On our accredited degree you’ll study the core areas necessary for professional practice. Through clinical practice placements, including at the new NHS Podiatry Clinic on our Falmer campus, you’ll gain essential hands‑on experience with patients while developing the skills to manage your own caseload.

What you will study

You will study the core areas necessary for professional practice: the clinical sciences, health psychology, medicine, pharmacology, surgery, orthopaedics and research methods. You will also share modules with students on physiotherapy, occupational therapy and pharmacy courses, allowing you to exchange knowledge and expertise with students from other disciplines. As a student on this course you’ll also get to participate in Schwartz Rounds – hour-long sessions where students come together to listen to stories and share reflections in a supportive and confidential environment. Modules include Practice Principles 1: Preparation for Healthcare Practice, Practice Placement 1, Physiology, Clinical Anatomy and Biomechanics, Clinical and Behavioural Sciences, Podiatric Dermatology, Prescription-only Medicines for Podiatrists, Practice Placement 2, Lower Limb Musculoskeletal Pathology, Practice Placement 3.

Career pathways

There is an increasing demand for podiatrists, which is in part due to an emphasis on health and fitness, an ageing population and the role played by the profession in the care of people with chronic diseases such as diabetes. Our graduates typically secure roles in advanced practice, clinical teaching, research, education and training, and a variety of positions in the NHS and private sector.

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Entry requirements

A-levels BBB–CCC. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM–MMM. UCAS tariff 96–120 points. International Baccalaureate 26 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Science or health studies. Must include level 3 units in biology. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 18 credits at distinction and 27 credits at merit or above. T-level Merit in any T-level. GCSEs (minimum grade C or grade 4) Minimum of level 2 (GCSE or Functional Skills) in both mathematics and English language before starting the course. Mature students. Anyone over 21 is considered a mature student. If you already have work or other experience that demonstrates your potential we will take this into account in addition to the grades you have achieved in examinations. If you have an honours degree in biological sciences, behavioural sciences or other health professional education, with a minimum grade of 2:2 (GPA3.00), you may be able to apply for our accelerated Podiatry (Pre-registration) MSc. Age requirement. You must be aged 18 or over on the day the course begins. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 7.0 overall, no element below 6.5. Occupational health screening and vaccinations. You will need to complete an occupational health screening and we strongly encourage that you get all of the required vaccinations.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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