Free Podiatry BSc Degree in Durham

CostFREE
Duration3 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free Podiatry BSc Degree in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham, full-time over three years.

The course teaches you how to assess, diagnose and treat conditions affecting the feet, ankles and lower limbs. You'll gain practical experience in clinical facilities in Durham and Bishop Auckland. The course also includes placement in an NHS Trust, putting your learning into practice.

You apply through UCAS. On completion, you'll be eligible to register as a Podiatrist with the relevant professional body.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

Put your best foot forward with our leading Podiatry professionals, and study for a career in this specialist healthcare sector.

**We only accept applications for Podiatry through UCAS - Apply now (https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/221c250e-9241-30b4-c78f-a476d47016f5?academicYearId=2026)**

This podiatry programme will help you understand how to assess, diagnose and treat people with problems of the feet, ankles and lower limbs. You will get hands-on, practical experience in our excellent clinical facilities in Bishop Auckland and Durham and you will also work on placement in an NHS Trust to put your theoretical study into practice.

This programme is eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund (LSF). The NHS LSF provides additional funding for eligible healthcare students. It is supplementary financial support to the mainstream student loans system and is intended to support students whilst they train and gain professional registration. Scroll to the bottom of Entry Requirements to see full details.

On completion of the undergraduate programme, graduates will be eligible to register as a Podiatrist with The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and become a member of the Royal College of Podiatry. Once registered you can start to practice professionally for the NHS, a private practice or both.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to assess foot, ankle and lower limb conditions.
  • You'll develop skills in diagnosing and treating podiatric problems.
  • You'll practise clinical techniques in on-site healthcare facilities.
  • You'll apply your knowledge during NHS Trust placements.
  • You'll study the anatomy and biomechanics of the lower limb.
  • You'll understand how to support patients with long-term conditions affecting their feet.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching, clinical skills sessions, and practical placements. Hands-on time in clinical facilities at Durham and Bishop Auckland forms a core part of the course. NHS Trust placements let you apply theory in real healthcare settings. Assessment methods will be confirmed by New College Durham; check the college website for full details.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Durham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Podiatrist, assessing and treating foot and lower limb conditions in the NHS or private practice.
  • NHS Podiatrist, working within a hospital or community health team.
  • Private practice podiatrist, running or working in an independent clinic.
  • Podiatric sports therapist, supporting athletes with lower limb injuries.
  • Diabetic foot specialist, caring for patients with diabetes-related foot conditions.

What you could study next

  • Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Podiatric Medicine, for those wanting to specialise further after graduating.
  • MSc in Podiatry or related clinical specialism, deepening expertise in areas such as biomechanics or wound care.
  • Independent prescribing qualification, enabling podiatrists to prescribe medicines directly to patients.