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Doctor of Podiatric Surgery

Doctorate (PhD)

This course provides theoretical and clinical knowledge in podiatric surgery to an advanced level. The Doctor of Podiatric Surgery (DPS) is a 5-year part-time postgraduate course for registered general podiatrists wishing to become podiatric surgeons.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) an entry to practice General Podiatry degree or equivalent recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
and
(b) unrestricted current registration as a General Podiatrist in Australia*;
and
(c) at least two years of relevant professional experience outlined in a curriculum vitae, including a cover letter
* applicants must remain registered for the duration of the course

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) an entry to practice General Podiatry degree or equivalent recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
and
(b) unrestricted current registration as a General Podiatrist in Australia*;
and
(c) at least two years of relevant professional experience outlined in a curriculum vitae, including a cover letter
* applicants must remain registered for the duration of the course

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a structured interview in which eligible applicants will be assessed based on the attributes and background considered desirable in podiatric surgery;
and
(b) the intake quota for that year;
and
(c) a selection score determined by the interview score, curriculum vitae, and weighted average mark of the general podiatry degree

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on-
(a) a structured interview in which eligible applicants will be assessed based on the attributes and background considered desirable in podiatric surgery;
and
(b) the intake quota for that year;
and
(c) a selection score determined by the interview score, curriculum vitae, and weighted average mark of the general podiatry degree

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.