Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) - Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) (Honours)

BHlthSc(Podiatry) - BHlthSc(Podiatry)(Hons)

This course has a strong emphasis on the clinical practices associated with podiatry and this will be complemented with studies in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, health promotion and the social sciences. Students will be required to undertake clinical placements in a range of settings during the course.

The Honours stream is embedded within the
four year program and comprises specific Honours research subjects that replace pass degree subjects.

Enrolment through

Albury-Wodonga Campus

Study mode

On campus

Normal course duration

Full-time 4 years (8 sessions)

Admission criteria

Assumed knowledge for NSW HSC students is physics and biology.

Non-recent school leavers are required to submit a written application indicating their interest in, and motivation for studying podiatry; any relevant work experience; and any evidence of success at tertiary or other studies. These applicants also have the option of sitting the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). The Faculty of Health Studies provides science support for its students, especially for non-recent school leavers through the University’s STUDY LINK programs.

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 256 points (29 subjects).

Transfer into the Honours stream

In order to be eligible to transfer into the Honours stream at the beginning of year three, students will have to obtain grades of credit or above in at least 50% of first and second level subjects in the pass degree.

Clinical experience

Students will be required to complete extensive clinical experience during their course. This will be undertaken in conjunction with a number of podiatry subjects throughout the course, beginning in the first year. This clinical experience will include external clinical placements, outreach clinics and practical work within the allied health clinic on Albury-Wodonga campus. Students are also expected to attend clinics during the holiday periods throughout the year, particularly during the long inter-semester and Christmas holiday breaks.

Criminal record checks

Students should be aware that the NSW, ACT and Victorian Health Departments have initiated a policy that all staff, including students undertaking clinical placements, in positions dealing with children and patients vulnerable by reason of health status, must undergo a criminal record check prior to employment or placement in any capacity in the NSW, ACT and Victorian health systems.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) was first introduced in 2001. The course has been developed to meet the requirements of the Australasian Podiatry Council and Registration Boards in NSW and Victoria.

Enrolment pattern

Session 1

POD101 Introduction to Podiatry

HLT101 Concepts for Health Professionals

BMS126 Foundations of Human Physiology

BMS124 Appendicular Anatomy 1

Session 2

POD111 Introduction to Lower Limb Assessment

BMS249 Applied Dermatology

PSY111 Foundations of Psychology 1S

BMS125 Infections and Infection Control

Session 3

POD201 Podopaediatrics and Clinical Podiatric Practice 2A

HLT322 Research Methods for Health Professionals

BMS250 Pathophysiology

PHS212 Biomechanics

Session 4

POD211 Podopaediatrics and Clinical Podiatric Practice 2B

POD212 Podiatric Medicine 1

BMS225 Pharmacology 1

BMS234 Podiatric Anatomy and Biomechanics

Pass stream

Session 5

POD301 Clinical Podiatric Practice 3A

POD302 Podiatric Medicine 2

POD303 Podiatric Pharmacology

[ ] Elective 1

Session 6

POD311 Clinical Podiatric Practice 3B

POD314 Diagnostic Sciences

POD313 Podiatric Surgery

PHS223 Electro-Physical Agents

Session 7

POD401 Professional Issues in Podiatry

POD402 Clinical Podiatric Residency 4A
(16 points)

[ ] Elective 2

Session 8

POD411 Synthesis in Podiatry (16 points)

POD412 Clinical Podiatric Residency 4B
(16 points)

Honours stream

Session 5

POD301 Clinical Podiatric Practice 3A

POD302 Podiatric Medicine 2

POD303 Podiatric Pharmacology

HLT331 Community Health Honours Seminar

Session 6

POD311 Clinical Podiatric Practice 3B

POD314 Diagnostic Sciences

POD313 Podiatric Surgery

HLT332 Community Health Honours Research Proposal

Session 7

POD401 Professional Issues in Podiatry

POD402 Clinical Podiatric Residency 4A
(16 points) (commenced)

HLT441 Community Health Honours Project
(16 points) (commenced)

Session 8

HLT441 Community Health Honours Project
(16 points) (completed)

POD412 Clinical Podiatric Residency 4B (completed)

PHS223 Electro-Physical Agents

Complementary electives

These two subjects must be selected from fields that are apposite to the course (e.g. in biomedical sciences, gerontology, leisure and health, or health services management). Students are not required to select both subjects from a single field. Since podiatrists mainly treat the elderly, students are advised to consider gerontology subjects for at least one of their electives.

Inquiries

Course Coordinator

Course Adviser – Podiatry (Hons)

Assoc Prof Paul Tinley

School of Community Health

Telephone: (02) 6051 6934

Facsimile: (02) 6051 6923

Email: ptinley@csu.edu.au

For enrolment and administrative inquiries

Angela Waldron

School Liaison Officer

Telephone: (02) 6051 6878

Facsimile: (02) 6051 6629

Email: hlthadmalb@csu.edu.au