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Interested in Podiatry?
Take your first step into the dynamic and versatile career of podiatry by studying with South Australia’s No.1 university for graduate careers.1
Healthy feet are an important part of the body’s holistic health. With the ability to diagnose, treat and manage any disorders affecting the foot, ankle and lower limb, podiatrists can work across an enormous variety of healthcare settings ranging from paediatrics through to sports and biomechanics and aged care facilities.
UniSA’s Bachelor of Podiatry will have you graduate ready to be registered with the Podiatry Board of Australia. You will learn the theory and practical skills to develop an understanding of the full scope of a podiatrist’s role under the guidance of expert registered practitioners. You’ll also get the opportunity to put these skills into practice within a vast range of industry organisations across metropolitan and regional placements.
Get the additional leg-up on your unstoppable career in podiatry with a Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) degree, available for high-achieving students in their third year of study.
You can also take your unstoppable career further with postgraduate studies in Master of Health Services Management to step up into leadership and management positions across the diverse health and ageing sectors, or doctoral studies to pursue your own project.
1ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-23– Full-time Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities.
Key features
- Become an expert in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of disorders affecting the foot, ankle and lower limb.
- Graduate ready to work as a registered allied health professional in industry environments including hospitals, paediatric services, sports facilities and aged care clinics.
- Build your expertise in providing end-to-end healthcare studying subjects such as human anatomy, biomechanics, pharmacology, medical conditions, pain management, patient wellbeing and clinical practice management.
- Learn the skills within a podiatrist’s unique scope of practise, including prescribing anaesthesia and medicines, surgical skills, creating and using orthotic equipment, and managing complex conditions like diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Gain real-world experience through clinical placements in metropolitan, rural and regional settings, and practise your skills in our on-campus podiatry clinic.
- Benefit from UniSA’s more than 50 years’ experience in health education and research, and strong links to South Australia's podiatry and broader allied health networks.
UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people. As one of the World’s Top Young Universities,1 we’ll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it’ll feel like you’re studying one minute and in a career the next.
UniSA’s enterprising approach to teaching will prepare you with diverse and extensive experience in all areas of podiatry including surgery, sports injuries and related biomechanics, paediatrics and high-risk foot conditions. You'll graduate with eligibility to become a registered podiatrist.
We’ve invested millions of dollars in new buildings and facilities, so you’ll use the latest technologies and learn in ultra-modern teaching spaces, such as our podiatry clinics, anatomy and manufacturing laboratories.
UniSA is Australia’s youngest university to receive five stars in research,2 and this excellence shines through in our teaching. You’ll be taught by industry professionals and experienced clinicians in the field of podiatry. We're inspired by challenges and opportunities, and we partner with local icons and international organisations to deliver impact and change.
1Ranked #43, 2024 THE Young University Rankings. 22023 QS Stars Ratings.
UniSA offers the following Podiatry degrees
Choose your level of study
Short programs
Are you after a career change or looking to upgrade your existing skills? Or perhaps you just have an interest in a particular subject area and want to further your experience, skills and knowledge. We offer a suite of short programs that will allow you to build your knowledge and skill set.
Designed in collaboration with expert academics, program content is industry-relevant and up-to-date. Short programs for podiatry include the Professional Certificate in Clinical Education.
Meet the Unstoppables
Meet some of UniSA’s unstoppable graduates and explore how you can unleash your unstoppable career in Podiatry with our world-class degrees.
World-class partners for a world-class university
We are a globally connected university with over 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
Registered podiatrists are a growing part of Australia’s allied health workforce, who are the leading providers of primary health care.1 Podiatrists have growing future demand and strong employment outcomes, having provided 3.6 million services out of the 27 million Medicare-subsidised allied health services provided in 2022-23.2
Podiatrists can work autonomously as individual care providers, or as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team managing and treating chronic conditions and disorders that affect the entire body.
Podiatrists are employed in a vast range of settings, including:
- hospitals
- private practice
- sole practitioners/owners of your own clinic
- multi-disciplinary healthcare settings
- community health centres
- rural and remote outreach clinics
- children’s health
- sports clinics and sporting teams
- chronic disease and high risk settings
- Aboriginal healthcare
- residential care
- disability sector
- in-person care
- occupational health
- rehabilitation
- government agencies
- academia and research
- healthcare management
- retail and corporate in footwear companies.
Podiatrists qualified to practice in Australia can also work overseas.
1Future focused primary health care: Australia’s Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan 2022–2032. 2Australia’s health 2024: topic summaries: Health status. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.
Global networks
We are a globally connected university, our staff and students come from over 90 countries. We have more than 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement. Our students have completed placements and internships with organisations like:
- Flinders Medical Centre
- Footmed Food & Ankle Clinics
- GP Plus Health Care Centre
- Posture Podiatry
- Royal Adelaide Hospital
- Sportsmed SA
Industry facts
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How do I apply?
The way you apply for UniSA will depend on the undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree you're interested in studying.
The majority of applications are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Check out more information on the SATAC website and follow the appropriate process for your degree of interest.
There are a small number of degrees that you need to apply for through direct application processes. The process you need to follow will be listed on the 'How to Apply' section of the degree homepage, but you'll also be taken to where you need to go if you hit the 'apply' button.
If you are interested in studying one of our 100% online degrees you'll need to apply directly to UniSA Online.
You can find more information about the application processes for UniSA on our How to Apply webpage.
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Is there a closing date for applications?
Applications for all degrees will close ahead of study commencing, but the timelines may vary for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Undergraduate
The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be guaranteed equal consideration is generally in very late November or early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers. More competitive degrees may not make any offers after the main offer round. Find more information on the Key Dates section of the SATAC website, but you can also call the Future Student Enquiries team for more information on 08 8302 376.
Postgraduate
Many postgraduate by coursework degrees do not have set closing dates. The exceptions are highly competitive degrees, so it is best to check – either on the degree homepage on the SATAC website or by checking with our Future Student Enquiries team.
As most postgraduate applications are assessed as they are submitted and offers are continuous, there are no set closing dates for applications. Degrees can be filled and closed with little notice so it is best to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on a place. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquires team on (08) 8302 2376 or submit an enquiry.
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What credit can I receive for previous studies?
You may be eligible for credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area and completed within a certain timeframe. Receiving credit or RPL will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree. You can read more about our pre-existing credit agreements through our online Credit Assessor. If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning (RPL) for this experience. Credit and RPL is assessed by the Program Director once you've received an offer, and you apply through UniSA's current student experts, Campus Central.
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
Future Student Enquiries welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your study options at UniSA. We can discuss degree information, entry requirements and pathways, applications, general career outcomes and student life, so you have the information to make the best study decision for your future. Head to our Book an Appointment webpage to find a date and time to speak with us, and take your next steps on journey to university study.
Study at UniSA
Gain insight into the fulfilling career of UniSA Podiatry graduate, Ereena Torpey, who works as a Senior Podiatrist in Adelaide, South Australia.
What others are saying
I was interested in the sports and anatomy areas of health, but also skins and diseases. I have done placements in Broken Hill, and Whyalla, the rural placements were really enjoyable as they allowed me to see a different range of clinical cases that I may not get to see in metropolitan areas.
Jane Bowden
Bachelor of Podiatry
I did placements in the University of South Australia Podiatry Clinic and in external organisations in both metropolitan and rural settings. These placements, along with the weekly clinic sessions, equipped me with the confidence and experience needed when entering the workforce.
Arnold Hu
Bachelor of Podiatry
Completing Honours opened up opportunities for me. I was able to explore a topic in detail and was fortunate enough to be introduced to established and enthusiastic researchers within the University.
John Arnold
Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours)
The podiatry profession is very fulfilling, with varied career opportunities and no two days on the job being the same. I always wanted to work in high risk podiatry, with patients at risk of limb loss due to wounds from conditions like Diabetes or circulation issues. Together with a multidisciplinary team, I can help delay or prevent the amputation of patient’s toes or feet, resulting in an improved quality of life – which is really rewarding.
Ereena Torpey
UniSA Podiatry Graduate
Senior Podiatrist | Flinders Medical Centre
Why study at UniSA?
As one of the most innovative universities in Australia and Asia, there are many reasons to study with us. Here are just three:
Accessible, helpful and flexible
We have six campuses, a 24/7 online learning environment, and we offer flexible study options like online and evening courses.
Graduate success
UniSA is South Australia's number one university for graduate careers.*
*ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019-21 – Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). SA public universities.
A five star university
Five stars for research, employability, teaching, facilities, internationalisation, inclusiveness and innovation*
*2023 QS Stars Ratings
