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Did you know the average person walks twice around the earth in their lifetime? If you are passionate about community health and wellbeing you can help keep people moving and on their feet with CSU's Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine.
Podiatry is a dynamic and well-established profession with a diverse scope of practice. Podiatrists have a key role in maintaining mobility and enabling independence – relevant to people of all ages and particularly important for an increasingly ageing population.
Residential Schools required for some online subjects. See Residential Schools for full details.
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CSU has a variety of pathways and admissions requirements for study. Details of the types of ATAR-related and other adjustment factors commonly available to applicants are set out in the CSU institutional admissions information and CSU's general admissions policy.
You can also view details about the applicants who commenced this course last year in the ATAR profile and See the student profile.
Please note: all sessions may not be available at all locations or through all study modes. Please check the Fees and course offerings section for more information.
CSU's four-year podiatry course features a strong emphasis on clinical practice supported by on-campus workplace learning experiences at CSU's Community Engagement and Wellness Centre.
CSU is a leading provider of podiatric clinical education. Graduates of the Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine can work in Australia and may also seek registration to practice in New Zealand, the UK, Singapore and Canada. International work placement opportunities in the final year of your course in places such as the UK, Singapore and Vietnam, will enable you to gain valuable experiences studying overseas.
You will begin workplace learning in your first year in CSU's on-campus clinic. As you progress through the degree, you will spend more time in the clinic as preparation for workplace learning in the public and private healthcare sector. Senior students gain valuable experience through mentoring junior students in the on-campus clinic.
CSU's on-campus clinic has a reputation as a centre of excellence in the community and the healthcare sector. The clinic treats up to 240 clients each week and has more than 6000 registered clients, so you will experience the full scope of podiatric practice on-site, including primary healthcare, diabetes management, rheumatology, biomechanics and sports medicine, paediatrics and surgery. All workplace learning occurs under the close supervision of registered podiatry practitioners.
Eligible students can apply for the Honours stream in their third year of study. If selected, you will complete specific Honours subjects in your third and fourth year that replace standard subjects and develop your organisational, research and academic writing skills. Selection into the Honours stream depends on academic merit, the extent to which you have considered a potential project topic and the availability of appropriate supervisors. Following graduation, you can undertake further study to become endorsed to prescribe scheduled medicines or perform podiatric surgery.
Following successful completion of the first year of study, you can exit the course with the Diploma in Foot Health, or the Associate Degree in Foot Health after two years of study. These exit awards will provide you with a strong foundation to seek employment as a podiatry assistant.
The course has been developed to meet the requirements of the Podiatry Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority (AHPRA).
The Podiatry course at CSU is recognised by all states and territories of Australia, as well as in the UK (via the Podiatry Board of Australia mutual recognition). It is also recognised in New Zealand via trans-Tasman mutual recognition legislation.
The course is accredited by the Australian and New Zealand Accreditation Council (ANZPAC).
The course has been developed to meet the requirements of the Podiatry Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority (AHPRA). Accreditation/recognition of the podiatry course is a legal/statutory requirement in Australia and graduates cannot practice Podiatry unless the course has been evaluated by the Australian and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Committee (ANZPAC).
The Podiatry course at CSU is currently recognised in Australia and graduates are eligible to apply for registration in other countries.
Current ANZPAC course accreditation is valid until 30 January 2023.
You will be required to complete about 1000 hours of clinical experience during the Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine, working in community health, private practice and hospital settings. Workplace learning will be undertaken in conjunction with a number of subjects throughout the course, beginning in the first year. You will complete about 600 hours of clinical experience using the on campus clinic. A further 400 hours of clinical experience (workplace learning) is carried out outside the University. These placements increase from one week in first and second years, to up to 16 weeks in fourth year. Placements may be completed anywhere in Australia and may be available internationally.
Students are responsible for any travel and accommodation expenses to and from clinical placements. Some scholarships may be available through external sources. Students will be required to undertake clinical practice during university holiday periods.
Students are expected to purchase laboratory equipment including lab coats, scissors, goniometry and other biomechanical/ practical equipment throughout the course.
To provide students with direct hands-on clinical experience, and to ensure that you are experienced at using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include:
NSW Health is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all clients in health care settings and providing a safe and healthy working environment for all staff and other clinical personnel, including students undertaking workplace learning. This commitment includes adopting an assessment, screening and vaccination policy Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Infectious Diseases (PD2011_005) that minimises the risk of acquiring infectious diseases. Compliance with this policy is mandatory for all health facility staff, including students on clinical placement.
Students must comply with NSW Health immunisation and vaccination requirements and be verified prior to being allocated to a workplace learning facility. This applies to all students regardless of state or territory. All students must undergo vaccination against infectious diseases prior to being allocated to a facility within NSW or other states. Results of these vaccinations are kept on a personal record card (available from the School through which the student is studying). This card must be presented, upon request, by NSW Health, or other health facility staff, whilst the student is attending workplace learning.
The Policy requires that you consult your local doctor to obtain written proof of protection against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and hepatitis B.
NOTE: It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the requirements of this policy have been met, and failure to comply with the requirements may jeopardise completion of your studies.
As a full course of vaccinations may take several months to complete, you are advised to consult your local medical practitioner well in advance of the commencement of your studies.
PLEASE NOTE that, as many courses involve workplace learning in the first year of study, the hepatitis B immunisation should be commenced early to meet NSW Health requirements.
Further information is available from NSW Health.
Students must have a Working with Children Check. To apply for this Working with Children Check, fill in an online application form. Once the form has been submitted, follow the instructions for collection.
All students are required to have a current First Aid Certificate, obtained at their own cost, from an accredited body (Workcover approved) before undertaking any workplace learning. The Senior First Aid Certificate must be current for the duration of the course.
If you are an Enrolled/Division 2 Nurse or Paramedic you may instead provide documentation from a current employer which indicates evidence of competency based CPR accreditation.
NOTE: As many courses include workplace learning in the first session, students are advised to complete their First Aid Certificate prior to commencement of their first year of study.
Please note that the following subjects may contain a Workplace Learning component.
HIP100 Introduction to Health and Rehabilitation
POD112 Introduction to Podiatric Clinical Practice
POD204 Podiatry and Community Health Practice
POD213 Consolidating Podiatric Clinical Practice
POD306 Advanced Clinical Podiatric Practice
POD309 Advanced Clinical Podiatric Practice For Honours
POD317 Local Anaesthesia and Surgery
POD403 Clinical Podiatric Residency
Residential schools are a great way to practise what you are learning in a hands-on environment, and to meet your lecturers and classmates.
Some online courses include a residential school, where you will attend a CSU campus during certain sessions throughout your course.
The following subjects may have a residential school component:
BMS161 Health and the Human body: cells, immunity and musculoskeletal system
BMS171 Introduction to Functional Human Anatomy
BMS172 Functional Anatomy of the Vertebral Column, Pelvic Girdle and Lower Limb
From the early stages of your degree, you can apply for a range of international programs through CSU Global. You could take a session or two on exchange at one of CSU’s partner institutions across the world, go on a study tour during the holidays, or complete some of your practical placements in an unique location.
Are you after a unique CSU study experience? By participating in a CSU Global international study program you can gain a new perspective on where your degree can take you, and even complete your degree that little bit faster. CSU Global has many options available to fit with your course, interests and study needs.
As a podiatrist, you can choose to work as an independent practitioner or work as part of a multidisciplinary team with other health professionals.
Promote health and wellbeing through disease and injury prevention. Work with people of all ages to treat and manage issues affecting their feet and legs, to enable mobility and independence.
Take your skills into the hospital environment and work as part of a team to improve foot health for people with diabetes.
Specialise in a number of areas, ranging from general and paediatric care to biomechanics, sports medicine and injury management, Indigenous health, high-risk foot care (including diabetes management) and surgery.
As a podiatrist, you can choose to work as an independent practitioner or work as part of a multidisciplinary team with other health professionals.
Promote health and wellbeing through disease and injury prevention. Work with people of all ages to treat and manage issues affecting their feet and legs, to enable mobility and independence.
Take your skills into the hospital environment and work as part of a team to improve foot health for people with diabetes.
Specialise in a number of areas, ranging from general and paediatric care to biomechanics, sports medicine and injury management, Indigenous health, high-risk foot care (including diabetes management) and surgery.
Getting into uni isn’t just about your ATAR. We understand that if you’re given the chance to study something you’re passionate about, you can really shine. We offer a range of pathway options, including Early Offer – Schools Recommendation Scheme, Location (Regional) Adjustment, and the Indigenous Access Program (IAP) to help you get on track to your dream career.
Credit for prior learning and credit for current competencies will be granted to eligible applicants.
We understand that if you’re given the chance to study something you’re passionate about, you can really shine. We offer a range of pathway options, including Early Entry – Schools Recommendation Scheme, Location (Regional) Adjustment, and the Indigenous Access Program (IAP) to help you get on track to your dream career.
Credit for prior learning and credit for current competencies will be granted to eligible applicants.
If you’ve studied before, you may be able to fast-track your postgraduate degree with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, you could be awarded credit for your postgraduate degree. Get in touch to see if you’re eligible for credit based on your previous qualifications or industry experience.
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Depending on citizenship and residency requirements, you may also be eligible to defer CSP and Fee Paying fees through the HELP open_in_new government student loan system.
If you are an international student, find out more about international fees.
Additional course-related expenses you may need to consider:
"I really enjoyed how practical the course was, certainly the ability to get jobs quickly. I have a job lined up after graduation."
Simon Lloyd - Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine graduate
For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.
If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
As a CSU student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
Minimum Graduation Requirements
To graduate with a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine, students must satisfactorily complete 256 points.
Additional Graduation Requirements
Finishing high school this year? Taking a few years off to find out what you really want to do in life? Need to attend classes from anywhere in the world?
When you study with CSU, we’ll be with you all the way, helping you develop your study and academic skills in person, online or over the phone. Whatever your situation, Student Central is your first point of call as a CSU student. Our friendly support team can answer all your questions, whether you are studying on campus or online.
When you study with CSU, we’ll be with you all the way, helping you develop your study and academic skills in person, online or over the phone. Whatever your situation, Student Central is your first point of call as a CSU student. Our friendly support team can answer all your questions, whether you are studying on campus or online.
When it comes to postgraduate study, we understand that having the right kind of support is key to your success. You’ll enjoy flexible learning that allows you to fit study into your life, at a time that suits you. Our team are only a phone call or email away and you can even use our online chat for any questions you may have. We can also help you connect with scholarships, grants, loans, and assistance that can make further study affordable. At CSU, we’re with you every step of the way.
As a HDR candidate, we recognise you’ll need specialised support to help you achieve your research goals. Our dedicated Research Office is your central point of contact for researchers and supervisors. CSU also has a number of Research Support Services designed to support researchers, supervisors and HDR candidates across their research endeavours and careers. Academic and personal support is available including Indigenous services, international support, counselling, disability services, equity and diversity, health information, spiritual support, mentoring, child care support, professional development and more.
Whether you are studying online or on campus, CSU has a dedicated program to help you fill knowledge gaps, enhance skills and build your confidence. Study Link offers a great range of short, self-paced, online subjects that will help improve your essay writing; critical thinking; and English, math and science skills. Subjects take between 16-40 hours to complete and you will be supported by a subject coordinator who will guide you through your study.
Study Link is ideal if you feel you need to top up your knowledge bank or you haven’t studied for a while. What’s more, Study Link courses are FREE if you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student at CSU (and very inexpensive even if you’re not).
You can enrol for an online subject or an intensive weekend workshop on our Study Link website.
We have a wide range of scholarships available to help you with the costs of studying at CSU. There are scholarships based on academic performance or your personal circumstances. Other scholarships and grants cover specific costs like accommodation and textbooks, and some offer funds that you can use in any way to enhance your university experience. Find a scholarship to suit your needs and apply now.
Indigenous students can access the Indigenous Academic Success Program (IASP). This free program is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled at CSU. It gives you one-on-one access to tutors to help you with your assessments and prepare you for exams.
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Please note: if you choose to study online with CSU, the course study mode will not meet necessary requirements for granting Australian student visas.
There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to CSU courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.
At CSU, we understand that you are making a financial investment in your future and we want to make sure that you receive the best value for money for your education. That’s why our students enjoy more affordable course tuition fees than other Australian universities, while still receiving a high standard of education.
Tuition fees are set for the duration of your course and don’t go up each year.
CSU Alumni receive a discount on fee-paying postgraduate courses – so if you study your bachelor’s degree with us, and decide to continue your studies at CSU, you could save 10 per cent off your postgraduate tuition.
Please note: whether you study on campus or online, textbooks and other items that you may be required to purchase during your study are not included in the tuition fees.
More information on tuition and other fees.
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Aside from course tuition fees, all students who choose to study on campus incur other fees such as accommodation, Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and other living expenses.
If you choose to study online, some subjects may require you to attend compulsory residential schools in Australia. Residential schools are held on campus in Australia for up to five days during certain sessions.
Please check the residential schools tab in the Course highlights section above (or your offer of admission if your application is successful) for more information on which subjects may have a residential school component.
Online courses for international students do not meet the requirement for an Australian Student Visa, therefore you will need to check that you can obtain an appropriate visa for any residential school session. For more information about visas, visit the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Border Protection. More information about residential schools can be found on our Future Students Hub.
CSU campuses offer a uniquely Australian living experience. Most of our campuses have accommodation on-site with many of the buildings nestled among gum trees with native wildlife like kangaroos and kookaburras sharing the space. Off-campus accommodation options can also be arranged.
Few universities in Australia can match the range of accommodation available at CSU’s campuses. Campus life offers all the facilities of a small village with community spirit, helping you to meet lots of new friends while living in a safe and secure environment.
Find out more about CSU’s accommodation options.
Whether you choose to study online or on campus, our international support services can make all the difference. From managing visa requirements to study support, and career advice, we’ve got you covered and our friendly staff will help make your university experience one you will never forget.
At CSU, we work with trained international recruitment agents in more than 40 countries to help you find the course and study option that is right for you. Our agents can assist you to apply for study either on campus in Australia or online. Depending on your country of citizenship you may be required to apply to CSU via an agent. Visit our International agents page for more information.