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Central Queensland University (CQU)

Rockhampton , Queensland ,Australia

Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours)

This course allows you to explore a variety of health sciences topics including anatomy, physiology, microbiology, paediatrics, diabetes, pharmacology and psychology. You will benefit from completing clinical placements at our purpose-built allied health clinic, as well as in a variety of external clinical settings. Successful completion of this course is your gateway to a career as a podiatrist or health professional who deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of medical and surgical conditions of the feet and lower limbs.

Professional Recognition
The course when studied at CQ University Rockhampton North has received accreditation from the Australia and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Council.

Campus Information

Sydney

CQUniversity Sydney is located on Kent Street in the heart of the city. It is easily accessible being just a five-minute walk to Town Hall station. With over 3000 students, CQUniversity Sydney is one of the university’s largest campuses. On campus, there are many study areas filled with lots of natural light, making it very conducive for self-study and group work. You can enjoy the diverse and vibrant campus life or take a short stroll to downtown amenities and attractions such as Darling Harbour. Sydney is located around what many regard as the most beautiful harbour in the world. Framed by the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the stunning Opera House, this natural wonder provides a spectacular backdrop to activities as varied as sailing, fishing and fine dining.

Rockhampton North

With its convenient central location and state of the art facilities, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) offers a wide range of study options from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate programs. If you have an interest in short courses in a range of areas including business, hospitality or beauty, or would like a more long term career pathway like a bachelor course, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) is an ideal place to study and advance your career.

Intakes

  • March

Application Processing Time in Days: 15

Application Process

COE
4 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

CQUniversity has one of the largest and fastest-growing footprints of any university in Australia. In 2014 the University merged with CQ TAFE, bringing together more than 175 years combined experience in the delivery of education and training, and establishing Queensland’s first dual sector, comprehensive university.

CQUni Careers also offers employers the opportunity to recruit CQUniversity students and graduates by promoting vacancies and connecting them through our employer and industry engagement events

The Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours) is your gateway to a career as a Podiatrist across a diverse range of rural and urban settings such as:

hospitals
multi disciplinary health clinics
community health centres
private practice.
You may also find employment in the area of research and development.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 /3 /4 Year Post Study Work Visa Opportunities

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Sri Lanka

Qualification

  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) 

Minimum grade

  • A minimum grade of C in three academic subjects 

India

Qualification

  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) awarded by CBSE, ISC, West Bengal and Maharashtra boards 
  • Higher Secondary Certificate from all other boards 

Minimum grade

  • A minimum average of 60 percent in four academic subjects 
  • A minimum average of 65 percent in four academic subjects

Nepal

Qualification

  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)

Minimum grade

  • Satisfactory completion with 1st class

Prerequisite: English

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years or:

a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA of 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United states of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:

an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 overall with a minimum 7.0 for Reading and Writing and 7.0 for Speaking and Listening, or
an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Security Requirements
No information available at this time.
Health Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
N/A