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About the course
Western Sydney University’s Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine prepares you for professional podiatry practice, building from biomedical sciences into advanced, evidence-based clinical care. You’ll develop communication and cultural capability, then progress into biomechanics, gait analysis, chronic disease management and high-risk foot care. Clinical education is central, with internal and external placements to build confidence with diverse patients. This is a four-year Bachelor degree in Health Sciences.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue podiatry careers across private practice and broader health settings, applying clinical skills to manage foot and lower-limb conditions for diverse patients. Opportunities may include sports podiatry, paediatric-focused practice, and roles connected to teaching, management, or research and academia with further experience. Registration pathways align with professional accreditation expectations. This is a Bachelor degree leading to careers in Health Sciences. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as primary health care worker, community development officer, health advocate, aged care provider, medical assistant, medical sales executive, and etc. in companies including Research Australia, Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers Squibb, AstraZeneca, Stryker Corporation, and etc.Living Costs in Parramatta**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
Average Salary***
