University of Sunderland

BSc (Hons) Podiatry (Apprenticeship)

University of SunderlandSunderland, United Kingdom

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Podiatry apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity for those already working alongside podiatrists as foot care technicians or assistants, as well as for those looking to start a new career in podiatry through a healthcare employer. You’ll be employed by the NHS or a private practice, gaining valuable real world experience while studying towards becoming a fully qualified podiatrist. Developed in collaboration with healthcare providers, the course combines academic study with work-based learning so you can apply new knowledge and skills directly in practice.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll take part in a range of practice placements, gaining experience in different clinical environments and working with a variety of service users. Once qualified, you’ll have opportunities across a wide range of settings, including the National Health Service, private practice, Higher Education, research, charities, and the third sector. Your employer will guide you through pot

Key highlights

  • Employed by the NHS or a private practice while you study
  • Combines academic study with work-based learning applied directly in practice
  • Developed in collaboration with healthcare providers
  • Range of practice placements across different clinical environments
  • Experience working with a variety of service users
  • Study towards becoming a fully qualified podiatrist

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500
  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Podiatrist
  • NHS podiatrist
  • Private practice podiatrist
  • Podiatry researcher
  • Podiatry lecturer

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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