MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery
Are you an established podiatrist looking to develop your career into the flourishing field of podiatric surgery ? This innovative course will give you the theoretical knowledge and expert guidance that you need . You can study the MSc parttime , to fit in with your current work commitments .
The last 20 years have seen a rapid increase in podiatrists choosing to pursue postregistration training in the field of podiatry surgery . This modular programme delivered in collaboration with Glasgow Caledonian University ( GCU ) was first introduced in 2002 and provides the theoretical underpininng required for surgical training .
The programme will appeal to podaitrists working in either the NHS or private practice who are looking to extend their scope of practice and develop a career as a podiatric surgeon . The course will give you the ideal opportunity to extend your scope of practice to include surgical management of foot and ankle pathologies . You will study a variety of modules , giving you the theoretical underpinning for future surgical training .
Structure
You can opt to study for the full MSc ( a pre-requisite for surgical training ), a PgDip or a PgCert . You can also register as an associate student to complete a single module for CPD . On completion of a single module , you may wish to complete further modules and progress your studies to a named award .
Teaching , learning and assessment
A range of student-centred learning methods including online tutorials , and seminars will be utilised in the delivery of this programme . You will also be required to carry out additional self-directed independent work . Some seminars are delivered from specialists in the field of podiatric surgery and the Research Methods module is delivered by both QMU / GCU .
Your performance will be assessed by a variety of methods including course work and examination .
Teaching hours and attendance
This course is delivered online and provides you with the flexibility to develop your career when still working . The part-time route allows the course to be completed over a longer period of time to suit your individual needs .
Industry links , accreditation and professional registration
The course is approved by the Faculty of Surgery of the Royal College of Podiatry .
Modules
Surgical Management of the Foot ( 15 credits )/ Clinical Investigations ( 30 credits )/ Pharmacology for Surgical Practice ( 15 credits )/ Orthopaedic Medicine ( 30 credits )*/ Research Methods ( 30 credits )*
If studying for an MSc , you will also
complete a dissertation ( 60 credits ). The modules listed are correct at time of publication ( November 2021 ) but are subject to change . In the event that modules change , QMU will seek to use reasonable endeavours to ensure that there is no detrimental impact on students .
* delivered by QMU + delivered by GCU
Careers
This course will provide the theoretical underpinning for those students wishing for a career in podiatric surgery . On completion of the MSc you will be eligible to apply for a surgical training post . Surgical training posts are not part of the academic programme of study and are not arranged by either university .
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