with la trobe university's bachelor of podiatry (honours) students learn from experts – experienced podiatrists, researchers and teachers in sport medicine, biomechanics, hospital-based podiatry, pediatrics and foot surgery – who will prepare them for a rewarding career in health.

students will complete a cutting-edge degree, studying human anatomy, physiology, medical conditions, pharmacology, and sport medicine. from these foundations they'll learn to perform minor surgical procedures, manage complex foot and ankle conditions, and explore specialized podiatry equipment such as grinders, vacuum presses and 3d laser scanners to manufacture foot orthoses, and dopplers to assess blood flow.

students will have plenty of opportunities to practice these skills by treating real patients in la trobe university's on-campus podiatry clinic. their degree will include placements in a range of health services, including hospitals, specialist clinics and private practices around australia. these clinical experiences will ensure students are job-ready when they graduate.

in the final year students will complete either a research or industry-based project – an opportunity to set themselves up for either further study or the next step of their career.

students will learn: