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Podiatry

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Peel Park Campus
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Podiatry involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the foot and lower limb, many of which are linked to general health issues. You will develop comprehensive assessment and diagnostic skills to create patient care pathways that enhance quality of life.

You will learn from internationally renowned academics and gain practical experience through NHS placements and our state-of-the-art clinical research facilities. Clinical practice starts within six weeks, initially in our on-campus clinic, and progresses to NHS clinics, with extended placements in your final year. The programme is accredited by the Royal College of Podiatry, reflecting the high standard of teaching.

At the University of Salford, you will have access to a professionally equipped podiatry clinic and human movement laboratory, where you will regularly apply your learning. The course also has strong connections with NHS clinics across the North West of England, providing extensive opportunities to experience real-world conditions during your placements.

Modules

• First year: Integrated Life Science 1, Integrated Life Science 2, Professional Studies, Intercollaborative Practice, and An Introduction to Gait.
• Second year: Musculoskeletal Conditions 1, Applied Clinical Medicine, Prescription Only Medicine, and Local Anaesthesia.
• Final year: Enterprise in Podiatry, Diagnosis and Management, Into Employment, Methods of Enquiry (Project), Patient Management in Practice DA, and Management of Health and Wellbeing.

Assessment method

Assessment methods vary and include written examinations, written assignments, objective structured examinations, objective structured clinical examinations, and oral presentations.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Peel Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B985
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B985
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 120 points

A level - BBB

Grade B in Biology preferred. Applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) will be considered on a case by case basis. GCE A Level General Studies is accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Science, Applied Science, Sport or Therapy preferred, however applicants with relevant subjects will be considered on a case by case basis. Health & Social Care will also be accepted if studied in conjunction with a science subject/qualification.

Access to HE Diploma

120 UCAS Tariff Points required. 60 credits required in total, including 45 credits at level 3. The other 15 credits will be level 2 and will not be graded. Access to HE Diploma Science/ Applied Science preferred, applicants with other relevant subjects may be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants must also hold full separate GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent) at grade C or 5 (or above).

Scottish Higher - CCCCCC

120 UCAS points from A/C grades only. D grades and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Highers may be combined with Advanced Highers to contribute to 120 Tariff Point requirement, A/C grade Advanced Highers considered only. Biology required. Applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) will be considered on a case by case basis

AS

A maximum of two GCE AS Levels can be counted towards the 120 UCAS Tariff Points requirement, when combined with a minimum of three full GCE A Levels. Grade B in GCE A Level Biology preferred alongside GCE AS Levels. Applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) will be considered on a case by case basis. GCE AS Level General Studies is accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM

In combination with other acceptable qualifications, equating to 120 UCAS tariff points total. Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant Science/ Health subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM

Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant Science/ Health subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant Science/ Health subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

A maximum of two Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificates can be counted towards the 120 UCAS Tariff Points requirement in combination with other acceptable qualifications, equating to 120 UCAS tariff points total. Science/ Applied Science preferred, however applicants with relevant Science/ Health subjects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB

120 UCAS points required, points from A/C grades considered only. D grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Advanced Highers may be combined with Highers to contribute to 120 Tariff Point requirement, A/C grade Highers considered only. Biology required. Applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) will be considered on a case by case basis

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points

Biology required. Applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) will be considered on a case by case basis. Applicants must hold English Language and Mathematics as composite parts of the IBDP.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

120 UCAS points required, points from A/C grades considered only. D grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Must include English, Mathematics and a Science at Higher H6 grade or above (D3 grade in old system) or Ordinary O4 grade or above (C2 grade in old system). Biology grade H3 (or B3 in old system) is required, applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) may be considered on a case by case basis

Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

120 UCAS points required, points from A/C grades considered only. D grade and below will not contribute towards tariff requirement. Must include English, Mathematics and a Science at Higher H6 grade or above (D3 grade in old system) or Ordinary O4 grade or above (C2 grade in old system). Biology grade H3 (or B3 in old system) is required, applicants not studying Biology but studying other relevant qualifications (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, PE) may be considered on a case by case basis

T Level - M

T-Level - Healthcare Science - Assisting with Healthcare Science specialism - Merit. T-Level – Health -Merit. T-Level – Science - Laboratory Science - Merit.

Three GCSEs at grade C or 4 (or above) required. Must include English Language, Mathematics and a Science. UK Equivalencies (such as Key Skills/ Functional Skills level 2 Numeracy/ Literacy) are accepted. Applicants with non UK qualifications will need to meet the minimum GCSE requirements with a satisfactory GCSE equivalent qualification.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview

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