Course Overview

About This Course

Take the first step into an exciting new career in Podiatry by enrolling into the Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) at CQUniversity.
Podiatrists are in-demand health professionals who deal with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of medical and surgical conditions of the feet and the lower limb.
In this course, you will study a broad range of discipline-specific content taught by a range of industry experts, including anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, pharmacology, musculoskeletal and sports podiatry, medical imaging, the high-risk foot, paediatrics, and gerontology. You will also learn to safely and effectively prescribe and inject local anaesthetic and perform minor surgical procedures.

Practical learning experiences are integral to the course, and you will benefit from completing clinical placements at the purpose-built Allied Health Clinic at CQUniversity in Rockhampton, as well as in a variety of external clinical settings, so you can put your learning into practice and gain real-life experience.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

15 Boronia Rd, Brisbane, QLD 4009

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

A$10,518 per year (Commonwealth Supported Place, 2026 indicative)

Duration

208 weeks

Intakes

Term 1, 2027

Study Mode

Full-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry Requirements

English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent

English Language Proficiency Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or the United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

You are required to provide documentation confirming completion within the last five years of:

a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
a Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA of 4.0

These qualifications must be completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United states of America, which will meet the English Language proficiency requirements.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 with a minimum 7.0 in each subset; or
an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
a test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBt overall score of at least 94 with no score less than 24 for listening and reading, 27 for writing, and 23 for speaking; or
a Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) overall score of at least 65 with no sub-score less than 65.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study and must appear on a single result certificate.

If you are an International student please visit the English requirements for international students page for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually.

The English language skills are directly aligned with the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Domestic students:

Minimum rank threshold: ATAR 70 | Selection Rank 70. This is the minimum eligible rank for entry to this course; achieving it does not guarantee a place, as entry may be competitive.
Your entry score is an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) if you are completing or have recently completed Year 12, or a Selection Rank calculated from prior VET or higher education study, or from work and life experience.

International students:

International applicants are assessed on their overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications rather than on an ATAR or Selection Rank, and must meet the English language proficiency requirements below.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, CQUniversity offers English language and alternative entry pathways.

English language proficiency (all applicants)

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, or the United States of America, you are required to meet the English language proficiency requirements set by the University.

You are required to provide documentation confirming completion within the last five years of:

a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
a Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0.

These qualifications must be completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, or the United States of America to meet the English language proficiency requirements.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 with a minimum 7.0 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
a test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT overall score of at least 94 with no score less than 24 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
a Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) overall score of at least 65 with no sub-score less than 65.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each application will be assessed individually.

If you are a prospective international student, please visit the English requirements for international students page for further information.

The English language skills are directly aligned with the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) is your gateway to a career as a Podiatrist across a diverse range of rural and urban settings such as:

hospitals
multi-disciplinary health clinics
community health centres
private practice Post-graduate progression pathways for Podiatrists include, but are not limited to:
credentialing pathways as a credentialed sports and biomechanics Podiatrist or as a credentialed paediatrics Podiatrist
endorsement for Scheduled Medicines (via Pathway B under the Podiatry Board of Australia)
pathways into podiatric surgery
undertaking a Higher Degree by Research (Masters or PhD-level study)

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Council (ANZPAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANZPAC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units31 units

ALLH11001

Introduction to Allied Health Practice

Core unit

ALLH11009

Research Methods for Health Professionals

Core unit

BMSC11007

Medical Anatomy and Physiology 1

Core unit

HLTH11027

Foundations of Health

Core unit

PSYC11010

Fundamentals of Psychology 1: Understanding Human Behaviour

Core unit

BMSC11008

Medical Anatomy and Physiology 2

Core unit

PODI11001

Introduction to Podiatry Practice

Core unit

ALLH11006

Life Course Development for Health Professionals

Core unit

PODI12010

Advanced Anatomy and Podiatric Biomechanics

Core unit

ALLH12006

Evidence Based Practice for Health Professionals

Core unit

MPAT12001

Medical Pathophysiology

Core unit

ALLH13011

Rural and Remote Practice for Health Professionals

Core unit

BMSC12014

Pharmacology for Health Professionals

Core unit

MBIO12013

Microbiology for Health Care

Core unit

PODI12007

Gerontology in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI12009

Podiatry Clinical Practice 1

Core unit

PODI13007

Podiatry Clinical Practice 2

Core unit

PODI13008

Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower Limb

Core unit

PODI13009

Neurovascular Medicine in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI13010

Sports in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI13011

Podiatry Clinical Practice 3

Core unit

PODI13012

Paediatrics in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI13014

Diabetes in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI13015

Advanced Pharmacology for Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI14008

Podiatry Clinical Practice 4

Core unit

PODI14014

Surgery in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI14009

Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI14010

High-Risk Foot and Chronic Wound Care

Core unit

PODI14011

Complex Cases in Podiatry Practice

Core unit

PODI14012

Podiatry Clinical Practice 5

Core unit

PODI14013

Professional Podiatry Practice

Core unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours) at CQUniversity?

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How can I apply for the Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours) at CQUniversity?

CQUniversity provides information on how to apply through their website under the 'How to Apply' section. You can also contact CQUniversity directly on 13 27 86 (within Australia) or +61 7 4930 9000 (outside Australia) for guidance on the application process.

Does CQUniversity offer support for specific student groups interested in this course?

CQUniversity provides dedicated information and support for a range of student groups including High School Students, International Students, First Nations Students, Future Students, Adult Learners, and Current Students, all of whom can access tailored resources through the university's website.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$70,000 – $85,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$85,000 – $100,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$100,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

Registered Podiatrist (Private Practice)
Podiatrist – Public Hospital
Community Health Podiatrist
Sports Podiatrist
Paediatric Podiatrist

Key Skills

Podiatric assessment including neurovascular, gait, and biomechanical evaluation
Diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle, and lower limb conditions
Prescription and fabrication of custom orthotic devices
Wound care and high-risk foot management (including diabetic foot)
Podiatric surgical techniques including nail procedures and minor surgery

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About This Course

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Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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