This programme focuses on learning to help people with painful lower limbs and feet restore or maintain mobility; therefore giving them more comfort and independence. On graduation you may apply to register as a podiatrist with the Health and Care Professions Council. Your qualification will also be recognised by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. The University of Southampton is the only Russell Group University in the UK to offer a BSc (Hons) podiatry degree. As a result, studying here provides a unique student-centred, research- led learning environment. This three year full time programme is focussed on the recognition and management of disorders in the lower limb and foot to enable restoration of patient mobility and independence. You will spend 100 per cent of your work placements in an external clinical setting, either with the NHS or private practice. On graduation you will be eligible to apply to register as a podiatrist with the Health and Care Professions Council. Your qualification will also be recognised by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists.