Podiatry
Why study Podiatry?
We are the oldest and largest Podiatry School in Australia, currently training 41% of Australia’s podiatry students*
Our practical hands on program gives you the skills and knowledge to prevent and treat disorders of the foot and ankle and leads to professional registration as a podiatrist. Learn assessment and management skills used in podiatric practice and how to treat patients with complex medical conditions. Know how to work in different areas of podiatry such as paediatrics, surgery and sport injuries.
* Podiatry Board of Australia - National Podiatry Data, November 2011
Podiatry at La Trobe
Career opportunities
Podiatrists work in a variety of settings, including public and private practice, community health centres, hospitals and academia. They work with people of all ages in a wide range of clinical settings, such as paediatrics, surgery and sports.
Graduates are also eligible to register as a Podiatrist and work overseas in countries like the United Kingdom, Singapore, Canada and New Zealand.
Courses
Local students
2013
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Podiatric Practice
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time; not available part-time
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Albury-Wodonga n/a
- Bendigo 72.2
- Melbourne 78.3
- Mildura n/a
- Shepparton n/a
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course aims to give students skills and knowledge related to prevention and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle, and practical experience of the professional environment in which podiatrists work. As well as covering common healthcare problems, students learn about podiatry treatment involved in complex medical conditions such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.
The curriculum also encompasses specialised areas of podiatry such as sports injuries, paediatrics and surgery. Extensive clinical training helps students apply theoretical knowledge. Students treat patients in specialised on-campus clinical teaching environments, and do external placements at hospitals, health centres and private practices.
For more information please visit the webpage of Frequently Asked Questions - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in English (any) and at least 25 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (any), Physical Education or Physics.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Current Year 12 applicants with relevant work experience or employment with a podiatrist/podiatry department during and/or subsequent to school may provide these details on a VTAC Personal History online (if applicable).
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Consideration is given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria; and a regional bonus may apply.
- Costs
- Instruments approximately A$600 in second year and safety equipment for which prices are variable. Students must purchase a Podiatry Department shirt for clinical placements (A$60) along with a name tag (A$12) and approved leather shoes. Proof of current immunisations and National Police Check (A$15.50) may be required for some placements. Immunisation costs may vary, A$250-$470. Accommodation costs for clinical placements will vary according to location. Materials can be purchased from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Students must also obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Check - no cost - before undertaking a clinical professional placement.
- Additional information
- NOTE: students at Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Shepparton campuses must transfer to Bendigo after first year.
This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the Health Sciences website. - How to apply
- Apply direct to the University for Semester 1 2013.
- Professional recognition
- Graduates are eligible for registration in all Australian states and New Zealand. They may also find opportunities for voluntary and paid work overseas, with registration criteria varying from country to country.
- Full course details
- Health Sciences/PodiatryMelbourne
Health Sciences/PodiatryBendigo
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Feel free to ask us a question about any course for local students.
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
2013
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Podiatric Practice (062598G/ 062806D)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 25 040
- Campus
- Bendigo, Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course aims to give students skills and knowledge related to prevention and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle, and practical experience of the professional environment in which podiatrists work. As well as covering common healthcare problems, students learn about podiatry treatment involved in complex medical conditions such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.
The curriculum also encompasses specialised areas of podiatry such as sports injuries, paediatrics and surgery. Extensive clinical training helps students apply theoretical knowledge. Students treat patients in specialised on-campus clinical teaching environments, and do external placements at hospitals, health centres and private practices.
For more information please visit the webpage of Frequently Asked Questions Bendigo, Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70%) PG1) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0;
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 600 with a score of 6 or more in the Test of Written English;
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 94 with a minimum for SLR 24; W27;
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 85 per cent final result in a course;
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 72 with no communicative skill score less than 68.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of A or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): A grade of B or higher.
or approved international equivalent. Bendigo, Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 80 and at least an A in English
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 65.15
International Baccalaureate - 27
GCE A Levels - 11
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 3 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - ABB
STPM - 9.33
MICSS (UEC) - 4
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4.5
Canada Secondary School/or CPU - 75
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 75
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.2
Indonesia (SMA) - 8.2
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
GAOKAO - see: the website Bendigo, Melbourne - Subject prerequisite
- Two of Biology, Chemistry, Year 12 Mathematics or Physics. Bendigo, Melbourne
- Additional costs
- Instruments approximately A$600 in second year and safety equipment for which prices are variable. Students must purchase a Podiatry Department shirt for clinical placements (A$60) along with a name tag (A$12) and approved leather shoes. Proof of current immunisations and National Police Check (A$15.50) may be required for some placements. Immunisation costs may vary, A$250-$470. Accommodation costs for clinical placements will vary according to location. Materials can be purchased from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Students must also obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Check - no cost - before undertaking a clinical professional placement. Bendigo, Melbourne
- Additional information
- Professional recognition
- Graduates are eligible for registration in all Australian states and New Zealand. They may also find opportunities for voluntary and paid work overseas, with registration criteria varying from country to country. Bendigo, Melbourne
- Full course details
- Health Sciences/PodiatryMelbourne
Health Sciences/PodiatryBendigo
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
Alternative pathways
If you have completed common first-year subjects in another degree within our faculty, there are a small number of places available to transfer into the second year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Podiatric Practice degree.
Podiatry placements
We have our own podiatry clinic at the Melbourne campus where you will be directly involved in the treatment of patients. Further clinical experience is gained through external placement in hospitals, health centres and private practice under the supervision of a clinician. Placements are available in metropolitan Melbourne, rural and regional Victoria, interstate and overseas. You must do placements in Melbourne and in rural or regional Victoria.
Regional campus transfer
Students at Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Shepparton campuses must transfer to the Bendigo campus for the last three years of the course.
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
We also offer opportunities for some overseas clinical placements.
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