Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Podiatry

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The four-year BSc Podiatry degree, which incorporates a foundation year, holds professional accreditation from the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Podiatry. Podiatrists are specialist healthcare professionals who focus on the foot, ankle, and lower leg, providing care to improve patient mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. The foundation year is specifically designed to prepare students for subsequent study years, helping them strengthen essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for a science-based honours degree.

The educational approach uses a good combination of theory and practice, using new ideas like hands-on workshops, clinics, and simulation centres. Students gain 1000 hours of clinical experience during the programme. They do practical placements in both NHS University Health Boards in Wales and in private clinics. Assessment is done through different methods, including case reports, presentations, clinical exams, and a major research project on a subject the student chooses.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other important information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • 56 UCAS tariff points from at least 2 A-level or equivalent, to include a minimum C grade.

  • Successful completion of the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in all elements (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), or submit equivalent test scores from a recognised qualification.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

Graduates are qualified to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice. Career pathways include:

 

  • NHS Podiatrist

  • Private Practice Podiatrist

  • Practitioner specialising in musculoskeletal conditions.

  • Musculoskeletal Specialist:.

  • Clinical/Health Board Roles

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for this BSc Podiatry (with Foundation) programme for international students is £16,500 per year.

Admission

Admission to this four-year Undergraduate programme is made through UCAS. We suggest that applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellor for assistance with the admission process.

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