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Study Podiatry

Professional Podiatry qualification

Assess and manage foot and lower-limb problems, including movement difficulties and foot care for people with chronic conditions.

R44 100 to R60 960 first-year fees

* From Medicine, the closest field we research.

Study time
4 years at UJ
School subjects
Differ by programme: see the examples below
Programme examples

Working abroad 3.8 of 5

From Medicine, the closest field we research.

Score out of 5. Tap a country for steps and visas.

  1. 5IrelandRecognised, paperwork only · high demand
  2. 4UKExams or bridging · high demand
  3. 4AustraliaExams or bridging · high demand
  4. 4UAEExams or bridging · high demand
  5. 4GermanyMajor requalification · high demand
  6. 4CanadaMajor requalification · high demand
  7. 4New ZealandMajor requalification · high demand
  8. 3NetherlandsMajor requalification · some demand
  9. 3USAMajor requalification · some demand

AI outlook

From Medicine, the closest field we research.

SteadyAI changes little of the daily work

Physical examination and procedures, patient trust, and a licence with personal liability. AI assists diagnosis and paperwork rather than replacing the doctor.

Hands-on In-person care Licensed & accountable

How AI changes each field

What you study

  • Foot and lower-limb anatomy
  • Biomechanics
  • Clinical assessment
  • Supervised patient care

Careers

  • Podiatrist
  • Clinical foot-care practitioner
  • Podiatry researcher after further study

Where to study 1

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Bachelor of Health Sciences in Podiatry

University of Johannesburg · 2027 intake NSC/IEB check in My Map

First-year tuition (2026): R44 100 to R60 960

Requirements

2027 published example: English level 5, Mathematics level 4, Physical Sciences level 4, Life Sciences level 4; APS 28.

Selection based on academic merit.

Your qualification route
  1. Choose the current professional podiatry qualification and check its admission requirements.
  2. Complete the clinical curriculum and patient placements.
  3. Meet the HPCSA requirements for registration and work within the authorised scope.

Podiatry is a clinical profession, not a cosmetic foot-care course. Check that the qualification leads to the professional category you intend.

Sources (3) · guide reviewed 2026-09-25

Career and study guide. Separate salary, AI and country-recognition comparisons have not yet been researched for this field.

General information, not immigration or legal advice. Researched 2026-10-10.