Bachelor of Science (Podiatry)

Podiatry is a healthcare profession that specialises in the management of disease and disorder of the lower limb and foot. This programme covers diagnosis, planning and implementing interventions for all age groups. Graduates will work as an independent, autonomous practitioner, demonstrating expertise in assessing, diagnosing and managing lower limb and foot related problems. You will work alongside other health professionals, for instance doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and orthotists.

Special Features

Clinical Practice is an integral part of the programme. Clinical Practice is a process of work-based learning which involves a partnership between the Clinical Educator and the student in the practice setting. All students are required to complete 1,000 hours of Clinical Practice successfully under the supervision of qualified Podiatrists. Clinical Practice will be integrated into each year of the programme. The majority of Clinical Practice will take place in a purpose-built clinic on HSE grounds. This facility will provide a service to approximately 23,000 patients per year with a wide variety of medical and surgical conditions, children, sports injuries and patients requiring soft tissue surgery.

Year 1

• Introduction to Clinical Studies
• Podiatry Theory 1
• Anatomy
• Human Body Function
• Professional Development
• Redefining Health and Wellbeing

Year 2

• Clinical Studies 2
• Podiatry Theory 2
• Pathophysiology
• Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics
• Research Methods 1
• An Introduction to Pharmacology

Year 3

• Clinical Studies 3
• Medicine and Surgery
• Pharmacology in Health and Disease
• Research Methods 2
• Podiatry Theory 3
• Health Promotion

Year 4

• Clinical Studies 4
• Podiatry Theory 4
• Aspects of Management and Quality
• Research Project
• Elective Modules