Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G

The Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) is a three-year programme for entry into professional practice as a podiatrist. The aim of the course is to produce graduates able to treat and educate their patients effectively and appropriately in a professional and responsible way. The programme conforms to its CREATE themes, which strives to produce highly trained clinicians, researchers, educators, advocates, team-minded professionals and ethical practitioners.There are two semesters of equal length in each year. The first year covers bioscience, while years two and three cover the theoretical and practical aspects of podiatric medicine, alongside supporting subjects research, biostatistics and general medicine, all of which fall within the second year. These subjects help students to understand the diagnosis and management of diseases and conditions that affect the lower limb, and to take a leading role in the interdisciplinary management of foot and ankle problems.In the final year, in addition to more advanced coverage of theoretical and practical podiatry, students undertake a supervised research project which follows their training in research methods the previous year. They also undertake weekly clinical placements in a variety of external locations, principally tertiary hospitals and private practices, to learn patient management in the workplace environment.The study of podiatric medicine in the DPM includes biomechanics, sports medicine, minor surgery, the diabetic and acute foot, geriatric and paediatric podiatry and podiatric surgery, as well as general practice. New graduates are able to register immediately for registration that enables them to practice independently.The DPM course is truly unique as It is the only course provided in Australia whereby graduates are awarded a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. It is an entry-to-practice accredited degree whereby upon completion and registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia governed by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency, graduates are able to practise as General Podiatrists.

Structure

The course consists of units to a total value of 144 points.

Subjects

  • Integrated Clinical Sciences
  • Podiatric Medicine
  • Progression of Clinical Practice
  • General Medicine and Pathology
  • plus more

Standard entry requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;and(b) the equivalent of a health and medical sciences UWA grade point average (GPA) of at least 5.0;and(c) demonstrated adequate knowledge in two of the following health and/or medical science areas at a tertiary level:anatomy, human biology, physiology, pharmacology, genetics, microbiology, genetics, immunology or biological chemistry.OR(d) assured pathwayOR(e) indigenous pathway

Recognition

A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine graduate will be eligible to apply for registration as a podiatrist in all Australian states and territories, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Crawley Domestic: $45,426
International: $186,300
No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 3 years

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