Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry)
Allied Health
A course by
AUT
Study podiatry at AUT and train as a podiatrist through a blend of science-based theory, hands-on clinical skills, and real-world work placements—the only podiatry degree in Aotearoa New Zealand.
NZ$10,106
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply clinical reasoning as a podiatrist
Develop and demonstrate evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and ethical decision-making to become an effective podiatrist.
Undertake clinical practice in a range of settings
Complete hands-on clinical placements in hospitals, private practices, and AUT’s on-campus podiatry clinic, gaining exposure to a variety of patient caseloads.
About This Course
AUT's Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) develops your skills and clinical reasoning to work as a podiatrist in Aotearoa and internationally. You will explore prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of lower limb and foot conditions. The programme includes significant clinical placements in hospitals, private practices, and AUT’s own clinics, and features hands-on training, including minor surgical procedures, in purpose-built facilities. Graduates are eligible to register as podiatrists in New Zealand and can practise overseas.
Course Content
- Introduction to healthcare systems and professional practice
- Understanding and integrated human body systems
- Te Tiriti Ora and Te Mate Huka: Diabetes management in Aotearoa
- Musculoskeletal podiatry
- Clinical podiatry practice (at AUT and external providers)
- Methods of research and enquiry
- Podiatric pathology
- Paediatric and sports podiatry
- Pharmacology for professional practice
- Podiatric rheumatology
- Podiatric medical imaging
- Clinical podiatric medicine and surgery
- Transition to podiatry practice
Entry Requirements
New Zealand University Entrance or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Registered podiatrist in New ZealandSports podiatristHigh-risk foot podiatry (e.g., diabetes, rheumatology)Older adult podiatryPositions in private practice, public health, and specialised settingsPractice in Australia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom
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