MSc / PgDip Advancing Practice in Podiatry
As part of our Advancing Practice in Health Framework , this award pathway will be of interest if you want to practice in the area of podiatry . It is delivered online .
The podiatry pathway aims to facilitate the knowledge and skills required for the development of advanced podiatric practice .
The podiatry pathway is based on a model of collaborative multi-professional learning aligned to expectations of the four pillars of advanced practice ( Clinical Practice , Leadership , Education and Research ). There are learning opportunities in areas such as diagnostic investigations for the lower limb , medical imaging of the foot and ankle as well as other modules such as fundamentals of advancing practice , critical analysis , evaluation and research methodologies . The framework also offers opportunities to draw on expertise across the University on subjects such as leadership , social science and education .
The podiatry pathway aims to foster and develop QMU ’ s mission of cultivating intellectual capital with both a theoretical and practical focus . Learning and teaching is underpinned by research , evidence and scholarship against a background of the current and evolving political and social landscape for health and wellbeing .
The podiatry pathway offers flexibility in modes of study ( part-time , full-time or workplace ) that are responsive to individual needs and today ’ s culture of work and learning .
For information on the following areas , see pages 36-37 :
• Structure
• Learning , teaching and assessment
• Teaching hours and attendance
• Careers
Modules
Advanced Competencies I ( 20 credits )*/ Diagnostic Investigations for the Lower Limb ( 20 credits )**/ Enquiry-based Practice ( 20 credits )/ Fundamentals of Advancing Practice ( 20 credits )/ Medical Imaging of the Foot and Ankle ( 20 credits )* **/ plus an optional module ( 20 credits ) from any approved Framework modules ( see page 37 )
For the MSc , you will also complete a Dissertation ( 60 credits ).
* These modules require individuals to be working in the specific area and / or have access to an appropriate workplace setting ( paid or voluntary ).
** These modules are only available every second year and alternate with each other .
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 .
Entry requirements Honours degree or equivalent in Podiatry .
International : You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 with no individual component score less than 6.0 .
Some modules require individuals to be working in the specific area of practice and / or have access to a suitable work place setting along with the support of a line manager and workplace mentor .
Other information
Exit awards : MSc ( 180 credits )/ PgDip ( 120 credits )
Single modules study : Available . Contact Derek Santos for further information .
Delivery : Online
Start date : September 2022 and January 2023
Duration : 1 year full-time OR 5 years part-time
For applicants thinking of studying full-time we strongly recommend you contact the Pathway Lead for an initial discussion .
Application deadline : None . See pages 171-172 or more information on how to apply .
Class sizes : You will join a community of online learners
Fees : See pages 178-183
More information : Professor Derek Santos ( dsantos @ qmu . ac . uk ), Pathway Lead or Admissions ( admissions @ qmu . ac . uk )
Why QMU ?
We offer a collaborative multiprofessional online learning environment .
Learning and assessment are underpinned by current research and the evolving landscape of health and wellbeing .
Personalised educational journey .
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