Theory of Podiatric Surgery Queen Margaret University

Overview

Theory of Podiatric Surgery at the Queen Margaret University aims to facilitate the knowledge and skills required for the development of advanced podiatric practice. 

There are learning opportunities in areas such as diagnostic investigations for lower limb pathologies, orthopaedic medicine, pharmacology for podiatric and surgical practice, surgical management of the foot, medical imaging of the foot and ankle and research methodologies as well as dissertation project.

This is a part-time course that is delivered fully online. As online teaching is asynchronous (i.e. not delivered in real time), it is suited to you whatever time zone you live in and whatever your working hours.

Why QMU?

• Educationally and practice-relevant postgraduate framework: This award will enable those working as a podiatrist to develop their knowledge and skills and advance their practice.

• Flexible study options: The course offers flexibility that is responsive to individual needs and today’s culture of work and learning. Single module study is also available.

• Multi-professional learning and cross institutional input: Based on a model of collaborative multi-professional learning and housed in QMU's Division of Dietetics, Nutrition and Biological Sciences, Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Radiography, the Framework also offers opportunities to draw on expertise across the University on subjects such as leadership, social science and education.

• Make a difference to people’s lives: Framework modules will allow you to develop your skills and knowledge and contribute to the health of our nation and beyond.

• Theoretical and practically focused: Learning and teaching is underpinned by research, evidence and scholarship against the background of the current and evolving political and social landscape for health and wellbeing.

• Professional accreditation: The course is accredited by the Royal College of Podiatry and is a pre-requisite for those wanting to apply for surgical training in the future.

• Expertise: You will gain invaluable specialist insight and guidance from consultant podiatric surgeons