Podiatry Studies 301

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PODI 3006
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Course ID
204544
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop student knowledge about a range of foot and lower limb problems commonly encountered in the child, their assessment, and management. Neo and post-natal development; Lower limb, gross and fine motor assessment of the child (including history taking). Normal structure, function and development; Common congenital and biomechanical abnormalities; Common paediatric syndromes; Common soft tissue problems; Podiatric intervention and treatment strategies; Ethics and confidentiality in management of the paediatric patient.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate safety and proficiency in techniques of patient examination, interview, recording and diagnosis of more complex foot and lower limb conditions.
  • Demonstrate and discuss the concepts of assessment of the child and the normal foot structure, function and development.
  • Discuss common abnormalities of the structure, function and development of the child's foot and appropriate treatment regimes
  • Complete the manufacture of orthoses in a safe and proficient manner.
  • Explain and discuss paediatric syndromes.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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