MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) is a two-year full-time on-campus Masters preparing graduates for eligibility to register with the HCPC as podiatrists and to join the Royal College of Podiatry. It balances theory and practice with placements embedded throughout, with specialist areas including diabetes, rheumatology and orthopaedics.

Duration: 24 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught through blended methods including lectures, workshops, simulations, group work, recorded lectures and practical placements, with some modules shared with MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) and the MPH. Assessment includes practical, written, presentation and clinical tasks.

Career pathways

Eligibility to apply for HCPC registration as a podiatrist, working in health centres, GP practices, hospitals, nursing homes, private practice, education and research, with specialisms such as diabetes or podiatric surgery.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; applicants without these but with significant relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. Required: advanced PVG disclosure (paid by the student) and an Occupational Health assessment. Desirable: a 2:1 in a life science, evidence of human anatomy and physiology knowledge, and shadowing, work experience or volunteering in caring professions. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each sub-skill; Pearson Test of English (Academic) 67 overall with a minimum of 62 in each sub-skill; TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 95 overall with 21 in reading, 20 in writing, 21 in listening and 23 in speaking; TOEFL exams taken after 21 January 2026: 5 overall with no less than 4.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 24 months full-time

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