Podiatry
Ulster University
UCAS Code: B985 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Ulster University
UCAS Code: B985 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
To include a grade B from one of: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Double Award Applied Science (grade BB) or CCEA GCE Single Award Life & Health Sciences (first taught Sept 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Overall profile of 65% (120 credit Access course) (NI Access course), including 65% in each level 3 module to include two level 3 modules from the following: Maths, Biology, Physics or Chemistry. To include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma. Overall Access profile of 24 credits at distinction plus 21 credits at merit in graded units (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) in a relevant science subject. Plus GCSE Mathematics and English language grade C.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at grade C/4 or above in English Language, plus GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Mathematics.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Specific subjects required include two H3 Highers in the following: Maths, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. Plus English and Mathematics Grade H6 at Higher Level or Grade O4 at Ordinary Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma Award profile of DDM Essential Subjects (You will need one of the following): Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7437/7) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Sciences (RQF) (601/7422/5) – to include four modules from Sport & Exercise Physiology, Functional Anatomy, Nutrition, Biomechanics, Sport Massage, Sport Injury Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (RQF) (601/7198/4) – to include Anatomy and Physiology plus four modules from Infection Prevention and Control, Scientific Techniques for Health Science, Physiological Disorders and their Care, Microbiology for Health Science, Nutritional Health, Medical Physics Application in Health Sector, Genetics, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry for Health We will also accept smaller BTEC/OCR qualifications (ie Diploma or Extended Certificate/Introductory Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications. Essential Subjects (You will need one of the following): Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7436/5) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7438/9) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7435/3) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Human Biology (RQF) (603/3040/5) To find out if the qualification you are applying with is a qualification we accept for entry, please check our Qualification Checker – https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/equivalence We will also continue to accept QCF versions of these qualifications although grades asked for may differ. Check what grades you will be asked for by comparing the requirements above with the information under QCF in the Applied General and Tech Level Qualifications section of our Entry Requirements – https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/undergraduate-entry-requirements
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About this course
We offer this course to people who wish to gain a professional qualification in Podiatry, a good foundation for postgraduate study and for those who would like to advance to Podiatric Surgery training. The BSc Hons Podiatry course is a full-time, three year programme of study. You will obtain the academic award of a BSc (Hons) degree and be able to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and membership to the Royal College of Podiatry (RCPod). This will allow you to practice as a podiatrist in the UK Health and Social Services, in private practice or indeed to work abroad in countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia.
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