Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

This coursework Master’s degree provides the student with an extension of theoretical and clinical knowledge in podiatric medicine and surgery beyond that delivered within the four-year Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine (BPodM) degree.

Additional training is provided in biostatistics and research methodology so that the graduate may better understand and interpret published clinical research, together with the practical aspects of extended patient care.

Course outline

The course by way of coursework and dissertation consists of 9 units to a total value of 72 points

(a) All Core units - 42 points

• PUBH8753 Biostatistics I
• PODI8511 Advanced Podiatric Medicine I
• PODI8512 Advanced Podiatric Medicine II
• PODI8513 Advanced Podiatric Surgery
• PODI8514 Podiatric Medicine Practicum
• PODI8515 Podiatric Surgery Practicum
• PODI8516 Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Seminars

and (b) one unit from the following list of Options - 6 points

• PUBH8757 Clinical Epidemiology
• PODI8510 Podiatric Research Methodology

and (c) All Core units — 24 points

• PODI8517 Podiatric Clinical Techniques
• PODI8518 Podiatric Surgical Techniques
• PODI8519 Podiatric Biomechanical Techniques
• PODI8520 Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction in the Lower Limb

Admission requirements

Admission to the Master of Podiatric Medicine requires the following:

• Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine from this University or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
• a minimum of one year's relevant work experience

English Language Competence

All UWA coursework programs have a minimum level of English language competence necessary, for both Domestic and International students.

Course enquiries

Alan Bryant

Telephone: (+61 8) 6488 4523
Email: alan.bryant@uwa.edu.au