AUT School of Podiatry’s mission is to provide students seeking a career as Podiatrists, Podiatric Biomechanists a comprehensive educational programme, specializing in anatomy, biomechanics, diabetes, medical and surgical management of the lower extremities.

Our graduated students can make entry into further medical education and research to make continuing advances in the science of podiatry.

The Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry provides graduates with the skills and understanding of the work of a podiatrist in private and hospital practice, where foot problems in the elderly, children, sports people and the working population are treated.  The degree includes clinical training in hospitals, community facilities and AUT's modern podiatry clinic, which is open to the public. We ensure graduates have the highest academic, technical and clinical competencies and the knowledge, skills, attitudes and beliefs required for registration as a podiatrist in New Zealand.